Dental Services
According
to the American Veterinary Dental Association, over 80% of dogs
and 70% of cats develop gum disease by the age of three, causing:
- Foul breath
- Unsightly and irritating tartar buildup
- Painful inflammation and recession of the gums
- Dangerous infection of the heart valves and internal organs
A pet receiving regular,
professional dental care will live a longer and healthier life!
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normal, healthy mouth in a 6 month old
Golden Retriever. |
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Severe
periodontal disease in a 6 year old
Poodle who did not
have the benefit of routine
dental care.
Not only is this mouth painful and
the breath malodorous,
but this dog's health is
in jeopardy from the
severe infection.
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Fractured canine
tooth with exposed
pulp cavity.
This condition is a dental
emergency.
(Photo courtesy of Dr. Jan Bellows,
DAVDC) |
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Discoloration
of the tooth represents damage to
the sensitive
nerve and blood supply, causing pain
and threatening
the viability of the tooth.
(Photo courtesy
of Dr. Jan Bellows, DAVDC)
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End stage periodontal
disease. This dog has
foul breath, constant
mouth pain, and is at risk
for developing serious
infection in his internal
organs.
(Photo courtesy
of Dr. Jan Bellows, DAVDC) |
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Tumors arising from
the gum tissue
can be painful and
may pose a
serious health risk.
(Photo courtesy
of Dr. Jan Bellows, DAVDC)
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This
picture illustrates the importance of taking
dental X-rays.
The X-ray shows a normal tooth
root (green) and a
painful tooth root abscess
(red) Our patients
can't tell us where they hurt! |
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A
view inside our dental operatory. We offer a full array
of dental services, including routine cleanings, dental radiology,
extractions, sophisticated endodontics, and root canals. |
Click
here to visit the American Animal Hospital Association's website
and learn more about dental care for your pet. |
