Your pet’s adorable smile is a window into their overall health. Clean, pain-free teeth and gums help protect not only your dog or cat’s mouth but also their heart, kidneys, and other vital organs. Our Essex animal hospital focuses on dental care as a cornerstone of preventive medicine, which is why we provide thorough teeth cleanings, full-mouth dental X-rays, and tooth extractions when needed. By making dentistry part of your pet’s routine wellness, we can catch issues early and keep them comfortable for years to come.
We perform anesthetic dental cleanings to safely remove harmful plaque and tartar. Digital X-rays help us spot dental problems beneath the surface, so we can treat them before they become painful or serious.
Many dental problems hide where we can’t see them below the gumline, affecting the tooth roots and jawbone. Digital X-rays give us a detailed look at your pet’s oral structures, allowing us to detect issues like abscesses, fractures, or bone loss before they become advanced or painful.
If a tooth is too damaged or diseased to be saved, removing it can bring tremendous relief. We perform extractions with advanced pain management to keep your pet comfortable throughout the procedure and recovery, so they can return to eating and playing without discomfort.
Most dogs and cats should have a professional cleaning once a year, but pets prone to dental disease may need more frequent visits.
Yes. Anesthesia keeps your pet safe, comfortable, and stress-free, while allowing us to thoroughly clean beneath the gumline where serious disease starts.
Absolutely. We perform pre-anesthetic exams and lab testing to ensure senior pets are healthy enough for anesthesia, then adjust our approach to keep them safe.
Bad breath, visible tartar, red gums, chewing on one side, or changes in eating habits are all red flags that warrant a dental exam.
Most pets feel better almost immediately once diseased teeth are removed. We provide pain relief and home care instructions to ensure a smooth recovery.
