Complete Dental Care for Dogs and Cats in Wellington
Dental health plays an important role in your pet’s comfort and overall well-being. Plaque and bacteria can collect along the teeth and gums, contributing to irritation, infection, pain, and eventual tooth loss. At Courtyard Animal Hospital, we provide personalized dental care designed to identify concerns, protect oral health, and help pets feel more comfortable.
Recognizing and Treating Dental Disease
Pets often continue eating and behaving normally even when dental problems are developing. Regular oral evaluations give our team an opportunity to notice changes that may otherwise be difficult to detect at home.
During your pet’s routine preventative care, we examine the teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues for signs of dental disease. Possible concerns may include persistent bad breath, visible plaque or tartar, red or irritated gums, difficulty chewing, dropping food, pawing at the mouth, or changes in appetite. Some pets show few outward signs, which is why a veterinary examination is the best way to understand what is happening.
When a professional dental procedure is recommended, we will explain what we have found, discuss the proposed care, and answer your questions before moving forward.
Thorough Dental Care Under Anesthesia
Professional dental procedures are performed under anesthesia with careful monitoring. Anesthesia allows our team to examine and clean your pet’s mouth thoroughly, including areas below the gumline that cannot be reached safely while a pet is awake. It also helps keep your pet still and comfortable throughout the procedure.
Before treatment, we assess your pet’s health and develop an individualized anesthetic plan. Our dental services include ultrasonic cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, followed by polishing to create a smoother tooth surface.
Digital dental X-rays may also be used to evaluate tooth roots and other structures beneath the gumline. These images can reveal concerns that are not visible during an oral examination alone. When further treatment is needed, we will discuss the findings and recommended next steps with you.
Supporting Dental Health Between Visits
Professional care is only one part of maintaining a healthy mouth. Depending on your pet’s needs, our team may recommend brushing with pet-safe toothpaste, dental diets, approved chews, or other oral-care products.
The best home routine is one that is safe, effective, and realistic for your household. We can help you choose an approach that suits your pet’s age, temperament, and current dental health.
If you notice bad breath, difficulty eating, or another change involving your pet’s mouth, call Courtyard Animal Hospital at (561) 784-7387 to schedule an evaluation.