Importance of Pet Dental Care

While general health exams are important for your pet, pet owners often overlook how essential dental care is for their animals. Dental problems left untreated can cause various other health issues in the pet. Here at White Rock Animal Hospital, we can ensure your pet receives the level of dental care they need for proper hygiene. Our Dallas clinic helps pet owners in Lochwood, Lake Highland, Lakewood, and surrounding areas maintain optimal oral health in their pets. 

Dental Problems in Pets

The most common oral disease treated by our veterinarians is gum disease. Periodontal is progressive, and it begins with the formation of plaque on the gum line. If not treated, the plague could harden into tartar, covering the gum line. The buildup of tartar causes a pet’s gums to become red and swollen, a condition known as gingivitis.

Failure to treat gingivitis can lead to advanced gum disease that results in loss of teeth. In the advanced stages, the bacteria from the oral infection could get into the bloodstream, and it could lead to more severe health issues such as liver, heart, and kidney disease. Our team of qualified professionals helps pet owners to observe proper dental hygiene for their pets to prevent these dental problems.

Protection Against Dental Problems

Our veterinarians recommend routine pet dental care to protect your pet against various issues. Preventing bad breath is common in proper dental care. When your pet has good oral hygiene, bad breath is not a problem. Oral health also helps prevent your pet from experiencing painful gums.

Bacteria on the gums can eventually get into the bloodstream and spread to other body organs, causing bacteremia. Proper oral care prevents these illnesses and damage to organs. Our veterinarians can safeguard your pet’s oral health, preventing tooth loss and other dental issues.

Contact Our Animal Hospital for Dental Care from Our Dallas Veterinarians 

If your pet has developed any oral problems, visit our animal hospital for proper treatment. Our team is ready to help pets in Lakewood, Lake Highland, Lochwood, and surrounding areas find the care they need to live happy and healthy lives. Call us at 214-328-3255 to schedule an exam or to learn more about how our team can help your animal.