Pet dental prophylaxis

In the previous post the importance of regular dental care by your pet’s caretaker is emphasized.  As diligent as we might be in accepting this responsibility, cats and dogs as in people require periodic professional dental cleaning or prophylaxis.  This is usually in a veterinary hospital that has full laboratory, surgery, dental and anesthesia capabilities.  The… Continue reading

The most rapidly expanding service of veterinary medicine today is in the area of routine and advanced dentistry.  In years past the emphasis on dental hygiene usually included feeding hard foods or offering crunchy dental treats with the occasional dental prophylaxis performed by your local veterinarian.  Although brushing your dog’s or cat’s teeth was mentioned, it… Continue reading