Dog and Cat Dental Care

Does your best friend have bad breath? Despite what many pet owners may believe, "dog breath" is not just a nuisance - it's a sign of an unhealthy mouth. Bad breath is caused by bacteria. Over time, bacteria leads to plaque and tartar buildup on your pet's teeth. The result is bad breath, reddened gums, and other common signs of dental disease. As dental disease progresses, other signs can include drooling, discomfort while chewing, and loose or missing teeth. Even if you're using treats and chews to help control tartar, these are frequently not enough to keep dental disease in check. Ask us about the best ways to control plaque and help protect your pet from dental disease.

Dental hygiene is an important part of your pet's health, because dental disease can be associated with other serious health problems such as heart disease and kidney disease. But how do you know if your pet has a healthy mouth? Let us examine your pet's teeth and gums to help determine if there are any dental issues you should know about. After a brief visual examination, we may recommend a more detailed examination (which requires sedation), a dental cleaning, or options for at-home dental care.

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Why is pet dental care essential for your pet's health?

Pet dental care is essential for maintaining your pet’s overall health and well-being. Just like humans, pets can develop dental problems such as gum disease, tooth decay, and plaque buildup, which, if left untreated, can lead to serious health issues. Poor dental hygiene can cause pain, tooth loss, and difficulty eating, which affects your pet’s quality of life.

Beyond the mouth, dental disease in pets is linked to other serious conditions. Bacteria from gum infections can enter the bloodstream and affect vital organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys. Regular dental care helps prevent these complications, reducing the risk of systemic health problems.

Brushing your pet’s teeth, providing dental chews, and scheduling professional cleanings can help prevent plaque and tartar buildup. Routine care can also identify issues early, making them easier and less expensive to treat. Pets often don’t show signs of dental pain until the condition is advanced, so prevention is key.

Dental health is especially important for older pets, as they are more prone to issues like gingivitis and tooth loss. Ensuring your pet’s teeth are cleaned regularly can help them live a longer, healthier life. In short, pet dental care is not just about fresh breath—it’s an important part of overall health maintenance, preventing pain and more serious health risks down the line.

We want your pet to live a long, healthy life, and we understand that maintaining a healthy mouth is part of that. Your pet's health is important to us, so let us help you with this commitment. Book today to discuss your pet's dental care needs and how we can help!

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We have taken our pets to North Airline Animal Hospital for years, and they continue to earn our trust with their knowledge, honesty, and compassion. The DVMs and their support staff have always given our pets the best possible care and been more than willing to answer the multitude of questions we have. It’s easy to tell that they care about the pets AND the people worrying about them.

• Robert

We love the staff at North Airline. They treat our dogs like they are family. We never worry about the care our dogs receive because it’s like they are caring for their own pets!!! We love this practice and will continue to recommend them to any pet owners in the area!

• April

Great vets, especially Matt Honea, at NAAH. Staff is also friendly and very caring which is all the better. Been taking my fur babies there for many years with positive results. Had to do an end of life for my older very sick mini schnauzer nearly a year ago. It was a very sad event but Matt with his very caring demeanor helped us through it. Good pet care is well worth any price that you have to pay. They are very thorough and highly competent, I highly recommend North Airline Animal Hospital for your pet care.

• William

The best staff and Doctors. They explained everything very patiently and clearly. I drove over a hundred miles because my Equine Vet recommended you. I was not disappointed.
Thank you

• Nancy

This vet clinic is top notch! My dogs are comfortable with all doctors! The doctors also treat each pet as if it were their own.

• Jenny

We love seeing Dr. Honea and his staff when it comes to our fur babies. They treat our babies as if they were their own. Our babies are in the best care here without a doubt. We have seen many different vets in the past, but we will never go anywhere else now that we are here.

• Jessi

This is the only vet that we have ever had that Dash can’t wait to get into their front door! He absolutely loves boarding there which makes us feel absolutely wonderful about leaving him there when we have to go out of town! So happy to have found this wonderful staff to take care of our pets!

• Maureen

I highly recommend the North Airline Animal Hospital for your pets medical needs. They have been treating our pets for about 13 years. They are courteous, professional and will always put the needs of you and your pet first. I can’t say enough about Dr Brent Green. He’s treated our Border Collie, Jax, for many years now. Recently, Jax became ill and as a lot of big dogs his age, needed to be put down. Dr Brent, along with his staff, was so respectful, good and loving to Jax and made his last hours and passing very comfortable. He is a special person and I will always be grateful to him for that.