Pet Dental Care
Proper dental care is crucial for maintaining your pet’s overall health. At Abbeyville Veterinary Hospital in Cork, we provide comprehensive pet dentistry services to ensure your furry friends enjoy healthy teeth and gums throughout their lives.
Importance of Pet Dental Care
Dental care is often overlooked but vital to your pet’s well-being. Poor dental hygiene can lead to plaque buildup, gum disease, and tooth loss. If left untreated, these issues can cause pain and discomfort and may lead to more severe health problems. Our experienced veterinary team offers dental checkups, cleanings, and surgical procedures to address various dental issues. Regular dental care helps prevent serious health problems and makes your pet happy.
Dental Checkups for Pets
Routine dental checkups are the cornerstone of pet dentistry. During a checkup, our veterinarians thoroughly examine your pet’s mouth, teeth, and gums. This allows us to detect early signs of dental disease and provide appropriate treatment before the condition worsens.
What to Expect During a Dental Checkup
- Visual Examination: Our pet dentist will inspect your pet’s teeth and gums for signs of plaque, tartar, and inflammation.
- Dental X-rays: In some cases, dental X-rays may be necessary to evaluate the health of the teeth and jawbone.
- Assessment of Oral Health: We assess your pet’s oral health and recommend preventive measures or treatments.
Dental Cleanings & Surgery
Regular dental cleanings are essential for maintaining your pet’s oral health. At Abbeyville Veterinary Hospital, we provide professional dental cleanings to remove plaque and tartar buildup that cannot be addressed with home care alone. In addition to cleanings, we offer dental surgeries to treat more severe issues.
Professional Dental Cleanings
- Anaesthesia: To ensure your pet’s comfort and safety, dental cleanings are performed under anaesthesia.
- Scaling and Polishing: We use specialised tools to remove plaque and tartar from your pet’s teeth, followed by polishing to prevent future buildup.
- Gum Care: Our veterinary team also addresses any gum disease by cleaning and treating the gum line.
Dental Surgeries
- Tooth Extractions: If a tooth is severely damaged or infected, extraction may be necessary to prevent further health issues.
- Oral Surgery: We perform various oral surgeries to address tumours, fractures, and other dental problems.