The Vet’s Cat Needs a Dental!

Like a mechanic who is always too busy to service their own car, the vet’s cat was well overdue for some attention. Ned had started to develop the common signs of dental disease in the form of bad breath, tartar (dark discolouration along the gumline) and gingivitis (a redness and swelling of gums along the gumline).

Dental disease can cause serious pain and discomfort, reducing appetite and impact on your pet’s quality of life.

Even in mild cases, disease left untreated allows bacteria to invade the connective tissue under the gumline causing hidden problems such as tooth erosion, root exposure, abscesses and loose teeth. Early intervention helps avoid pain and costly extractions.

Veterinary dental treatment requires a general anaesthesia to allow for a full oral exam and dental x-rays. Problems often occur under the gumline which will only showup on x-rays, so imaging is essential.

Ned had his teeth cleaned and polished, with teeth looking pearly white, and now has a fresh pleasant smelling breath.

In future his diet will include a special dental care biscuit and dental treats to improve his oral health before his next visit in a year.

If you notice any of these signs please arrange a checkup and we’ll be happy to discuss the options for you and your pet.