At What Age Should Your Pet Receive Its Teeth Cleaning?

Dental disease is a common problem for most cats and dogs. By the age of three, most will have some degree of dental disease, according to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA). To combat dental disease dogs should receive their first dental cleaning by the age of two and cats by age one. From there, it is best to have your pet’s teeth cleaned at least once per year. Some breeds of cats and dogs may need more frequent cleanings, especially if they have shallow roots or teeth crowding.

These regular checkups and cleanings will help to battle some of the painful symptoms that come with poor oral health and dental disease. A veterinarian can also check for broken teeth, loose teeth, bad breath, and a bleeding mouth.

How We Clean Your Pets Teeth

Teeth cleanings are a vital part of the preventative care program at Georgetown Animal Hospital. To ensure your cats and dogs have the best oral health, our expert cleanings include scaling your pet’s teeth to remove plaque and tartar and polishing them up to make them nice and shiny. To make the process as comfortable as possible, we will administer anesthesia during the cleaning.

This completely safe process can take about 45 minutes to an hour. Your dog will then remain in recovery with us until the anesthesia wears off. During your pet's cleaning, we will also check for larger issues that may require care beyond cleanings, such as oral surgery. Your dog may need dental surgery for exposed tooth nerves, the loss of gum tissue, or the loss of bone tissue.

Contact Georgetown Animal Hospital in Georgetown, OH

At Georgetown Animal Hospital, we believe your pet’s oral health is an important part of his or her overall health. To schedule a consultation or a teeth cleaning, contact us today at (937) 378-6334.