Pet Dentistry

Health Care

Cat & Dog Dentistry

Bad breath can be an early sign of dental disease, which is estimated to affect at least 70% of adult dogs and cats. Dental disease is very much a progressive process with a number of different stages.

The first stage involves the build up of plaque on the surface of the teeth; this is a soft, creamy layer that contains a mixture of saliva, cell debris and bacteria. These bacteria then causes ginigivitis (redness of the gums) and bad breath.

Over time, minerals within the saliva also harden to form calculus, which appears as a brown covering over the teeth.

Unfortunately, this is not just a cosmetic problem as calculus traps bacteria within the mouth, which then eat away at the gums and cause teeth to become loose.

In addition, these bacteria can spread to other organs in the body, including the heart, kidney and the liver.

About our Pet Dentistry Services

Dogs and cats like humans the normal treatment usually involves a dental scale and polish, however unlike humans for pets they are carried out under general anaesthesia. During this procedure, plaque and calculus are removed and, if the disease is severe, some teeth may need to be extracted.

Unfortunately, even after a professional clean, plaque starts to build up within hours and therefore a preventative daily home-care routine is vital.

However, it is important not to use human dental products as these often contain detergents, foaming agents and fluoride, all of which are designed to be rinsed and spat out, which our pets are unable to do.

There are some great diets and some tooth pastes specifically designed for veterinary use and contains an enzyme system that attacks bacteria within the mouth, helping to fight bad breath and control the formation of dental plaque. Read More

Why Does My Pet Need a Dentist?

Our pets are part of our family, and we want to give them the best care we can, especially when they live so closely with us, and bad breath is not a pleasant thing for anyone to have to endure – human or animal! Bad breath is also one of the first signs that there is a problem in the mouth, and that is where you need a pet dentist. As we know from our own teeth, plaque can build up and cause bad breath, gum inflammation, infection and tooth decay, which can be very painful and make us feel unwell. We try to prevent it by cleaning our teeth twice daily and regularly visiting the dentist. We understand the importance of dental hygiene, and that’s why at Vets Of Geelong we offer a full dog dental service so your furry friend doesn’t have to suffer with troublesome teeth either.

Looking For a Dog Dentist in Geelong?

When you think about how much care we give our own teeth, and how little care our pet’s teeth get, it is no wonder problems happen, and you need a dog dentist to help out. We offer top-quality professional pet dental care with the same gold standards as all the services we offer here. If you need to come for dog teeth cleaning in Geelong, then your pooch will be in the best hands. Unlike us they will not sit still with their mouths open while we descale and polish their teeth, so we need to administer a general anaesthetic, of which we use only the highest standards of anaesthesia. If there are any extractions needed, we can do this safely while your dog is asleep, and although their mouths may be a little tender for a day or two after, the benefits of a good dog dental service reach far beyond simply having more pleasant breath. Infections in the mouth can spread to other organs like the heart, kidneys and liver and cause disease.

Prevention Is Better Than Cure

Our dog dentist in Geelong will advise you on ways you can improve the oral health of your dogs and cats. Our experienced team of Geelong vets can show you how to brush their teeth with special pet toothpaste and recommend dental diets and treats to help keep plaque at bay. Read Less

Our team is here here to help with pet dental hygiene

  • Bad breath
  • Problems eating
  • Gum and tooth pain
  • Tooth loss
  • Lethargy

Scale and polish to remove plaque and stains
Tooth extraction may sometimes be necessary
Treatments to prevent plaque reforming
All treatments carried out under general anaesthetic

  • Brush everyday with a pet toothpaste
  • Use a water dental additive
  • Give dental diets daily, and dental chews every other day
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