Veterinary Dental Care

Seneca, PA

Veterinary Treatments

Like their human families, cats and dogs are susceptible to gum disease and tooth decay, which can impact their health and quality of life. At Seneca Veterinary Clinic, we offer comprehensive veterinary dental services, from routine exams and cleanings to oral surgery, always with your pet's comfort and safety in mind. We invite you to contact our Seneca practice to schedule your pet's appointment today.

How Often Should You Schedule Veterinary Dental Exams and Cleanings?

At Seneca Veterinary Clinic, we perform dental exams during your pet's routine wellness visits, which typically occur once a year. If, however, your pet develops dental health concerns between annual wellness visits, don't wait. Make sure to schedule an appointment as soon as possible. Signs your pet needs immediate care include bad breath, inflamed or bleeding gums, tooth discoloration, pawing at the mouth, trouble eating, or loss of appetite.

What Can You Expect?

While every pet's dental care experience is fully customized, the following is a look at what you may expect:

Dental Exam

We will conduct a thorough oral health evaluation to check for plaque and tartar buildup, tooth decay, gum inflammation, broken or damaged teeth, and tooth mobility.

Dental Cleaning and Polishing

Depending on your furry friend's needs, we may recommend dental cleanings and polishing, which we perform under general anesthesia for your pet's comfort and safety. The procedure involves gently removing any plaque and tartar built up on your pet's teeth and gum line, which helps reduce the risk of bad breath, tooth decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss.

Additional Oral Health Services

We also offer additional dental care services, including extractions of severely damaged, decayed, or fractured teeth, as well as the removal of puppy or kitten teeth that are left behind. We may also need to remove oral tumors to safeguard your pet's oral and overall health.

The Importance of Regular Veterinary Dental Care

The following are some of the reasons it's important to keep up with regular dental care for your pet:

Preventing Pain and Infection: Plaque and tartar buildup can lead to gum inflammation, tooth loss, and painful oral infections, causing discomfort, interfering with eating, and impacting your pet's overall health.
Lowering the Risk of Tooth Loss: Regular dental cleanings help lower the risk of gum disease and tooth decay, which are the leading causes of complications, including painful chewing, infections, and tooth loss in cats and dogs.
Keeping Bad Breath at Bay: Despite what many pet parents may think, bad breath is not normal—maintaining healthy teeth and gums can help keep your pet's breath clean and fresh.
Protecting Your Pet's Overall Health: Dental disease in cats and dogs has been linked to poor general health and an increased risk of serious health conditions, including heart and kidney disease.
Supporting Healthy Development: For puppies and kittens, retained baby teeth can cause crowding, misalignment, and discomfort, potentially interfering with the eruption of adult teeth.