Ever wonder why we recommend a dental check-up with your pet every 6-12 months, even if they seem to be in tip-top shape? Here are 3 reasons why!
1. If we check your pets’ teeth regularly, we can detect dental diseases earlier
Periodontal disease (inflammation and infection around your pet’s gums, tooth roots and jaws) starts with reversible gum inflammation. With regular dental checks, we can detect periodontal disease and other developing diseases in your pet earlier and perform a prompt dental clean to remove plaque and calculus above and below the gumline.
Prompt thorough cleaning means that:
- We can reverse any early periodontal disease and get your pet’s mouth back to a healthy, comfortable state
- If teeth are permanently damaged, we can extract them promptly to prevent your pet suffering long-term pain and infection
- We can provide personalised advice on how to best keep your pet’s mouth clean and healthy at home between dental procedures
2. We may detect other health problems earlier
When our vets thoroughly check your pet’s mouth and jaws, we can sometimes detect other health issues that may not have been obvious otherwise.
Such issues could include:
- Lumps in your pet’s mouth
- Tongue ulcers
- Broken teeth
- Enlarged lymph nodes around the jaw
3. We can build a better relationship with your pet and be more proactive about their general health
You might bring your pet to see us when they’re ill or injured. However, when your pets miss out on regular check-ups, we miss the opportunity to make proactive healthcare recommendations to help keep them well! As well as guidance on dental health, we can also advise on the following:
- Parasite control
- Healthy body condition
- Vaccination routines
- Any new lumps on your pet’s body
- Joint health
Not to mention, if we see your pet routinely when they’re well, we’ll be able to give them lots of treats and cuddles, helping them to be more comfortable for future vet visits.
Call us today to book regular checks with our knowledgeable team to help keep your pet happy and healthy!