Dental hygiene isn't just crucial for humans, but essential for our pets! If your pet's teeth aren't cleaned, they could develop dental disease, putting them at risk for serious health issues. Lakeville Animal Hospital provides pet dentistry services in Lakeville, MA, and serves Middleborough and surrounding areas.
What Kind of Dental Care Do Pets Need?
When your pet eats, leftover particles of food can combine with saliva, creating a sticky film called plaque. Over time, plaque can calcify and become tartar. This tartar can lead to gum disease and tooth infections.
Weak teeth are also more likely to break, exposing the tooth's nerve. You'll need to prioritize your pet's oral health to prevent these problems.
Pet Dental Care at Home
Regular brushing is the best way to keep plaque from building up on your pet's teeth. While you should try to brush every day, even brushing a few times a week can improve your pet's oral health. In addition to brushing, there are dental toys and treats for pets that promote good oral hygiene.
Pets sometimes respond poorly to brushing. If you struggle to keep your pet's teeth clean, don't hesitate to contact our vet for help! We'd be happy to provide tips or suggestions to help you manage your pet's oral health.
Professional Dental Care
While caring for your pet's teeth at home and removing plaque, your pet should receive dental care. Our veterinary dental cleaning can remove plaque and tartar built up on your pet's teeth. In addition, your vet can examine your pet's teeth and treat any issues they find.
See Our Veterinarian for Pet Dentistry Services
While pet dental care is frequently neglected, it's essential to your pet's well-being. Thankfully, your pet can get exceptional dental care from our veterinarian at Lakeville Animal Hospital. So whether in Lakeville, Middleborough, or another town in Plymouth County, MA, you can depend on us for pet dentistry services! Call our office today at (508) 947-1309 to schedule an appointment.