The problem is that your cat or dog can't tell you when they're in pain. Certainly there can be symptoms such as odor, bleeding or pawing at the face- even altered eating and playing behaviors- but in most instances there are no obvious signs. Your pet has to deal with the pain, and simply acts older.
The odds are very high that your pet has a painful problem in the mouth. Just take a look at these facts:
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Most dogs and cats over age five have at least one painful tooth in their mouth.
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Approximately 70% of dogs and cats are in need of some level of dental care.
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80% of dogs and cats over five years of age have periodontal disease. It's the most commonly diagnosed medical condition in dogs and cats.
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80% of cats over five years of age have at least one painful cavity near (or under) the gum line.
Our doctors are educated and equipped to find and treat all forms of dental disease, including many painful conditions that are frequently overlooked. Unfortunately, most veterinarians receive little or no training in dental care. Our team has obtained thousands of hours of training in advanced dentistry and proper dental care.
INDIVIDUAL TREATMENT
Treatment for dental diseases varies from pet to pet, and should be assessed with dental x-rays and careful consideration of the pet's age, breed, and individual circumstances. We develop a health plan customized to your pet's needs and work with you to select a treatment method that will achieve the best possible results.
ANESTHETIC SAFETY
Dental Treatment in veterinary patients requires general anesthesia, which is of great concern to many owners. Rest assured that no one is more concerned about your pet's anesthetic safety than we are. Our highly trained staff, combined with state-of-the-art equipment, gives us an excellent safety record. Sophisticated equipment gives us to monitor your pet's EKG, blood oxygenation, respiration, and blood pressure throughout surgery.
