What Is a Pet Dental Cleaning?

During a thorough veterinary dental cleaning, plaque and tartar are removed from their teeth, and the rest of the mouth including the tongue, gums, lips, and teeth is examined. To make sure your pet will not feel any pain during the procedure general anesthesia is required.

During anesthesia, a soft plastic tube called a tracheal tube is inserted into your pet's main airway to support their breathing. The tracheal tube also keeps your pet from inhaling bacteria that are aerosolized during dental cleaning.

How Do I Know If My Pet Needs a Dental Cleaning?

Start by regularly checking your pet's mouth for tartar, which may appear as a brownish-yellow buildup on the teeth, close to the gumline. Just like with humans, redness or bleeding along the gum line may indicate gingivitis. Either condition would mean that your pet would benefit from a dental cleaning.

What Are the Benefits of Dental Cleaning?

A professional dental cleaning will remove the visible plaque and tartar on the surface of your pet's teeth and also the bacteria that can be found under the gums which are all potential sources of infection to the mouth as well as other organs. Dental cleanings also reduce the likelihood of pain and future tooth loss and keeps your pet's breath smelling fresher!

At Angel Of Mercy Animal Hospital we're excited to answer any questions or concerns you might have about dental cleaning and exams for your pet. Call (210) 684-2105 today to schedule an appointment for a consultation or same-day cleaning.