Pet Dental

At North Heights Veterinary Clinic in Appleton, WI, we provide a wide variety of pet care services. One important aspect of pet health is pet dental. Taking care of your pet’s mouth and teeth is vital in keeping it healthy and preventing illnesses. Our veterinary team offers pet dental services in a comfortable, pet-friendly environment. We will make sure your pet’s oral health is at its best and provide the proper treatment if necessary.

What Is Pet Dental?

Pet dental care is a vital part of pet wellness. There are many health complications that your pet may incur if its mouth and teeth are not properly taken care of. Our veterinarians offer routine dental exams so we can monitor your pet’s oral health and detect any problems early. It is also important for your pet to get routine teeth cleanings. Our veterinarians will clean your pet’s teeth and gums while it is under anesthesia. Teeth cleanings ensure that your pet stays healthy. Feeding your pet the proper pet diet is also important in keeping its teeth healthy.

Pet Dental Problems 

The most common pet dental problem is bad breath. Although mildly bad breath is normal, severe halitosis is a sign of many dental illnesses in pets. The common diseases that cause bad breath in pets include cavities or gum diseases.

Another common dental problem is plaque. This is a deposit of bacteria and food that accumulates and sticks on the surface of the pet’s teeth. The minerals found in the pet’s saliva hardens the surface, which makes it firmly attached. It causes aching of the teeth and can make it hard for your pet to eat. Other dental diseases include gingivitis and periodontitis, which may lead to loss of teeth. Our veterinarians can detect these issues during a routine dental checkup or teeth cleaning.

Treatment of Pet Dental Diseases 

At North Heights Veterinary Clinic, we have a team of experienced veterinarians who administer treatment for pets with dental complications. Some of these pet dental treatments include:

• Pet mouth wash keeps the pet’s oral health in good condition
• Administering anti-inflammatory drugs helps the pet to deal with the pain caused by gum infections
• Dental cleaning eradicates the plaque on the teeth
• Administering antibiotics to cure illnesses that cause dental diseases

Schedule an Appointment for Pet Dental Care 

Pet dental diseases can be hard to detect in your pet. It is important to get routine dental care for your pet to keep it healthy and avoid diseases. At North Heights Veterinary Clinic in Appleton, WI, we provide dental care and any other veterinary services your pet needs. Call us today to schedule an appointment.