Antibiotics are often given before and then after the dental cleaning (and possible extractions) to fight any bacteria present. In many serve infections, antibiotics will be prescribed for several days and then appointment for a recheck. BE SURE to continue antibiotics until instructed not to do so! Use the entire contents of any prescribed medications before stopping.
Vaccination
We ask for your help and understanding so that we can continue to provide preventative care for your pets. We ask that clients wait in their cars after they have checked in for services, whether it’s for an appointment, walk-in, or vaccination clinic and provide us with a cell number so that we can call when a room is available or a staff member is ready to assist you.
Comprehensive Examination
Your pet is given a physical exam and any needed laboratory work to insure your pet’s wellbeing before the procedure. Your pet is then sedated with the same medications utilized in human medicine. Teeth are then hand-scaled, cleaned with ultrasound equipment and polished, very similar to a human dentist. A fluoride treatment is then applied. Necessary extractions are performed when the teeth’s roots have been destroyed by infection.
Leptospirosis: Bacterial disease causesIdney and liver failure and blood in urine. Very deadly, transmitted between humans and dogs.
Parvovirus Infection Treatment
Proof of vaccinations from your veterinarian are required at the time of boarding. We do not allow boarding of pets that have been exposed to Rabies, Distemper, Parvovirus, Bordetella, or any upper respiratory illness within 30 days of boarding.
Feline Retro Virus Treatment
Bacterial and Viral Infection Treatment
Dental care makes a significant difference in your pet’s health, longevity and happiness. While cavities do occur (primarily in cats), the most common and serious pet dental problem is PERIDONTAL DISEASE. This is caused by a buildup of plaque and calcius at and above the gum line. Plaque is a sticky, bacteria-laden film that continuously forms on teeth. If not removed it hardens into calculus. The gums recede as calculus builds, forming bacteria pockets. The bacteria infect the gum and eventually causes erosion of the jaw bone around the root of the teeth. When the bacterial infection worsens it may cause a root abscess. The teeth must be extracted, they will not heal with oral antibiotics alone.
Dirty teeth will cause bad breath eventual loss of teeth due to infection; may even lead to generalized infections in your et due to bacteria entering the blood stream. Heart disease and kidney disease are very common as result of “Dirty teeth” and can often lead to early pet death.
Kidney Disease Treatment
Severe dental calculus sends bacteria to the kidneys, causing nephritis (inflammation of the kidney), which may lead to kidney failure or death. Also, bacteria from dental calculus can infect the heart valves causing Endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart and its valves) and heart disease which can lead to death. Not caring for your pet’s teeth very often leads to early death.
Periodontal Disease Treatment
Clindoral Antibiotic Gel: This is placed in deep gum pockets around teeth. This kills the bacteria causing periodontal disease, ensuring the teeth last longer. It may be necessary to repeat this procedure in 4 months if gum and dental disease is present. Teeth cannot be brushed for 2 weeks after Clindoral Gel application under gums.
Prior to dental work, dogs MUST have proof of prior vaccination against Rabies, DHPPV (Distemper/ Parvo virus), Lepto 4, and Bordetella (kennel cough). Dogs MUST also have PROOF of a negative heartworm test and be on preventive. Cats MUST be vaccinated against Rabies, FVRCP (feline distemper and upper respiratory virus), and Bordetella. Any pet that is five (5) years of age or older MUST have blood work performed prior to anesthesia. This bloodwork will provide information regarding your pet’s health (liver and kidney function, glucose level, white and red blood cell level(s) so we can determine the best anesthesia method appropriate for your pet. The bloodwork MUST be performed no more than two weeks prior to the dental procedure, and in some cases, may be performed the day of the procedure. Antibiotics are required after the cleaning. Extractions may also be necessary, depending on the severity of periodontal disease. If any retained baby teeth are present, these will be extracted as well. Your pet may experience some pain following the procedure. Normally this last 24-248 hours. Extractions can cause a considerable amount of pain, just as with humans. Pain medication is available and recommended if you desire.
X-Ray
Dental Radiology
Microchipping
A microchip implant is an identifying integrated circuit placed under the skin of an animal. The chip, about the size of a large grain of rice, uses passive RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) technology, and is also known as a PIT tag (for Passive Integrated Transponder).