Signs that a pet has a dental problem

  • Excessive drooling
  • Bad breath
  • Red / inflamed / bleeding gums
  • Broken tooth
  • Difficulty in Chewing /eating leading to weight loss
  • Pawing / constantly rubbing at the mouth
  • Rough / unkempt coat formed due to not able to properly groom themselves

 

How to do the dental Care?

  • Start dental care routine early, when the puppy is still young
  • Using pet friendly tooth paste and brush (a finger brush to start with) daily or once in 2 days
  • Brushing gently, approaching from the backside of the mouth starting from the Molars to Pre Molars, Canines and the Incisors
  • By using Dental Wipes, Plaque Gel
  • Oral water additives / Plaque sprays
  • Medicated Dental Chews and dental Chew Toys
  • Monitor your pet’s Mouth regularly for any abnormalities
  • Good balance diet that supports dental health

 

Frequently asked questions include:

  • Is anesthesia safe for my pet?

A Good pre anesthetic diagnostics- like blood work, Xrays +/- Ultrasound (depending on the age / condition of the pet) is performed to ensure your pet undergoes anesthesia safely.

  • How frequently should my pet undergo the Dental Scaling?

This depends on your pet feeding habits and the oral hygiene followed, usually once or twice a year is recommended.

  • Will my pet be in lot of pain?

Well, not really. You will have to apply an Oral Gel just to reduce the sensitivity post the scaling.

 

Schedule a dental checkup for your pet today to give a ‘pearly white tooth’.