Our furry friends need routine dental exams just like we do! Without proper dental care, plaque and tartar will build up on your pet’s teeth, causing unfortunate diseases such as infections, gingivitis, periodontal disease, and even tooth loss. Ignoring dental problems can affect the rest of your pet’s body, causing complications such as heart disease.
Good home dental care is only one part of the solution. Diligent pet owners who clean their pets’ teeth or give their dogs dental treats still need to take them in for regular dental cleanings. Think about what is required with our own, human teeth—brushing and flossing, and mouthwash is important, but the dentist will scold you if you only see him every couple of years.
With pets, things are a little different. Dogs need to be put under anaesthesia for cleaning to be safe and effective. Is it possible for veterinary dentists to conduct a dog dental cleaning without anesthesia?
Pet Dental Cleanings Without Anesthesia
- Before starting the full oral exam, the technician spends a few minutes bonding with your pet.
- With relaxation techniques, we position your pet on the floor comfortably to make him feel safe and comfortable.
- We use gentle holding techniques to remove tartar and build-up.
- We then polish to smooth the surface and decrease the adhesive ability of plaque.
- To prevent any chance of infection, we gently flush the gingiva with an antibacterial solution once the cleaning has been performed.
Preventive Care
The teeth of your pet are deep-cleaned to remove harmful bacteria and bad breath.
Safe Alternative
Instead of anesthesia, we use calming techniques to ensure your pet is relaxed during their cleaning.
Affordable Price
Our pricing will depend on the size of your pet, your specific location, and any additional services requested.
Is Non-Anesthesia Teeth Cleaning OK for Dogs?
Royal Touch Pet Dental uses gentle techniques to remove plaque and tartar buildup, followed by polishing to decrease the adhesive ability of plaque. After removing tartar and plaque, we polish your pet’s teeth to smooth the surface and decrease the adhesive ability of plaque.
Many veterinarians recommend dental cleanings under anesthesia for pets with severe dental issues. For pets with mild to moderate tartar buildup, non-anesthetic cleanings can be a great alternative to maintain oral health between vet visits.
A pet’s mouth cannot be fully examined unless it is under anesthesia. Comprehensive dental exams require anesthesia for the safety of the pet and the veterinarian.
We understand the desire to avoid anesthesia as much as possible. Non-Anesthetic Pet Dental Cleaning is associated with an increased risk for pets with severe dental issues. Being restrained for long periods of time is stressful for dogs, and having your teeth scraped and gums probed is unpleasant, which is why we utilize gentle holding techniques and we treat every pet as if they were our own.
Without regular cleanings, plaque and tartar can accumulate, leading to bad breath, gum disease, infections, tooth loss, and potentially more serious health issues down the line.
The American Veterinary Medical Association, American Animal Hospital Association, and the American Veterinary Dental College all recommend anesthesia during teeth cleaning for dogs.
