Dentistry

The Importance of Professional Dental Care

At Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic, we understand the critical role of oral health in your pet’s overall well-being. Surprisingly, oral disease is quite common, with studies indicating that 70% of adult cats and 80% of adult dogs exhibit signs of dental problems. Symptoms like bad breath, plaque build-up, excessive drooling, sore gums, and a decrease in appetite are often overlooked indicators of oral health issues.

Dental disease isn’t just about oral discomfort; it can have far-reaching consequences for your pet’s heart, liver, and kidneys, due to bacteria from the mouth entering the bloodstream. Alarmingly, by the age of three, 85% of pets are affected by dental disease, often with minimal obvious symptoms.

Prevention and early detection are key. Regular home brushing, dental chews, and professional oral exams play a significant role in maintaining your pet’s dental health. At Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic, we emphasize the importance of professional cleanings as the most effective defense against dental disease.

The most effective way to protect your pet from dental disease is through regular professional cleanings. At Ridgeview Veterinary Clinic, we have a dedicated dentistry suite where our patients are under the care and monitoring of our highly trained veterinary team. We utilize digital dental radiographs to diagnose any underlying disease under the gums, and state-of-the-art anesthesia and monitoring. Your pet will have a thorough cleaning which includes an extensive oral examination, scaling, and polishing.

Beyond in-clinic care, we are committed to empowering pet parents with at-home dental care knowledge and tips. By combining your efforts at home with our annual dental care services, we aim to secure a lifetime of healthy smiles for your furry family members.