Dental Care

Routine dental cleanings are a vital part of your pet's preventive health care plan.
In addition to routine cleanings, Tenth Street Animal Hospital is also proud to
offer advanced dental care and digital dental X-rays to pets.

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After

Dental Care Is Important

Plaque and tartar build-up on your pet's teeth can lead to gingivitis. Reddened, bleeding gums, difficulty chewing and bad breath are all signs of gingivitis. Gingivitis can cause periodontal disease, a bacterial infection that, if left untreated, can potentially damage your pet's kidneys, heart, and other organs.

At Home Care

Your pet's dental care doesn't end after he or she leaves the hospital. Our staff can show you how to brush your pet's teeth at home. This is an excellent way to prevent plaque and tartar build-up, promote good oral hygiene and, most of all, bond with your pet.

During the Cleaning

Because anesthesia is required to keep
your pet safe and still during the cleaning,
we perform a thorough physical exam
and offer a series of blood tests to ensure that
your pet is healthy enough for this procedure. These tests also help us develop an anesthetic protocol that is specific for your pet. 

Once anesthesia is administered, the cleaning begins. We use modern and safe ultrasonic equipment to clean each tooth thoroughly, both above and below the gum line. Our trained assistants polish your pet's teeth, which creates a smooth, lustrous surface that is more resistant to plaque build-up.