PetDentistry
Affordable Pet Dentistry in Buford, GA
Affordable, High-Quality Dental Care for Dogs and Cats
Pet Dentistry at SurgiPet
Almost all dogs and cats reach a point in their lives where dentistry is necessary. Usually, around the age of 3, most pets need a dental cleaning. Yearly dental cleaning is usually a must for pets at this age, with some requiring cleaning every 6 months. Humans brush every day (well, most of us), and we still need dental cleanings every 6 months, with radiographs taken once a year. The same scenario would be ideal for our pets as well.
Signs of Dental Disease include:
- Bad breath
- Painful when eating
- Pawing at the mouth
- Drooling
- Swelling on the face
Teeth left untreated will become infected. Infections involving the teeth and gums will spread to other areas of the body, including the heart, liver, and kidneys. Prolonged oral infections can lead to bone loss, causing a pet’s jaw to become unstable.
Dentals performed on pets must be done under general anesthesia in order to perform the procedure safely and correctly. Dental radiographs are taken to look for tooth decay, bone loss, infections, jaw fractures due to dental disease, and other ailments hidden beneath the gum line. Dental procedures should never be performed on pets without dental radiographs.
Pricing and Approach to Care
An ultrasonic scaler is used to remove plaque and tartar buildup on the teeth. Teeth that are loose, broken, or diseased are removed, and extraction sites are treated as needed. Finally, the teeth are given a good polishing, which is necessary to remove any fine grooves in them.
Dental prices at SurgiPet range from $500 to $1500, depending on the severity of your pet’s dental disease. All of our dentals include full mouth radiographs. Dental radiographs are necessary and required for dentals at SurgiPet.
Many pet owners ask us to call before extracting teeth on their pets. Our doctors will not call for permission to remove diseased teeth, as this will prolong your pet remaining under anesthesia. This is all discussed at your pet’s pre-dental appointment. Leaving diseased teeth in your pet’s mouth will only cause more trouble in the future.
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