While some people might roll their eyes when it comes to dental care for pets, the fact is that by age four, most dogs and cats have some evidence of periodontal disease. Periodic dental exams and cleanings help maintain proper oral hygiene and prevent future problems and can spare your pet possible tooth loss and chronic pain. There’s also evidence that good dental health can help your pet live longer.

The Ridge Veterinary Clinic offers complete pet oral health services, including:

• Exams
• State-of-the-art ultrasonic teeth cleaner
• Tooth polishing (discourages plaque and tartar build-up)
• Digital dental X-rays
• Extractions

We also carry finger toothbrushes, regular toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental chews to help you develop a good dental hygiene routine for your pet. Want to learn how to brush your pet’s teeth at home? Your Ridge veterinarian can give you tips, or you can check out these helpful step-by-step instructions.

If you’d like to schedule a dental exam or cleaning for your pet, make an appointment online or give us a call at 402-334-1580!