Dental care is one of the most overlooked areas of pet care.  Your pet's dental health is as important to its overall health as it is to yours.  

The American Animal Hospital Association estimates that approximately two-thirds of pet owners do not provide the recommended dental care for their animals.  The American Veterinary Dental Society reports that 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of oral disease by age three.

Just as in humans, dental disease can affect more than the mouth, leading to more serious health problems down the road. This is why your veterinarian may recommend that you schedule to have your pet's teeth cleaned.

During this procedure, your pet will be put under general anesthesia and monitored using sensitive ECG and blood pressure equipment.   All teeth are scaled and polished.   Any problematic teeth can be extracted and a sealant applied.  Depending on the severity of the periodontal disease pre and post antibiotic therapy may be necessary.