Posts Tagged ‘pet dentals’

Pulpotomies for pets

Posted by admin on February 23rd, 2012 under DentalsTags: , , , , , ,  • Comments Off

  As humans, we expect our dentists to be able to provide a wide range of dental care; the same should be expected for our pets.  Veterinarians have the capability to provide thorough dental care for our pets through advances in technology the same way that dentists do for their patients.  Dental x-rays, prophylaxis, pulpotomies/root [...]

Routine Dental Prophylaxis – With General Anesthesia

Posted by admin on February 9th, 2012 under Dentals, Health ConcernsTags: , , , , , , , , ,  • Comments Off

Your pet’s dental health is of upmost importance to their general overall well being.  While home care is extremely important, routine dental prophylaxis must be completed in order to perform a full oral examination and cleaning of your pet’s teeth and mouth including ultrasonic scaling, polishing, examination for any possible growths, dental x-rays, and gingival [...]

Dental Extractions – Why are they performed?

Posted by admin on September 8th, 2010 under DentalsTags: , , , , , ,  • Comments Off

A common question from pet owners when their four legged friend comes in for a dental cleaning is will they need any teeth removed and why. Initially, a complete dental evaluation is always done at the time of dental cleaning while anesthetized.  All teeth are checked for tooth and gum pockets, fractures, gum disease such [...]