Healthy teeth and gums play an important role in your pet’s overall health and comfort. At Mixed Pet Veterinary Hospital, we provide comprehensive veterinary dentistry services including pet dental cleanings, digital dental X-rays, tooth extractions, and advanced oral surgery in our advanced dental surgical suite.
Led by Dr. Gillian Pantone, our team focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating dental disease to help pets live healthier, more comfortable lives.
Signs Your Pet May Have Dental Disease
Dental disease affects most cats and dogs by age 3, but symptoms are often easy to miss in the early stages. Common signs of dental problems include:
Bad breath
Red or bleeding gums
Yellow or brown tartar buildup
Difficulty chewing
Pawing at the mouth
Loose, broken, or fractured teeth
Without treatment, dental disease can lead to pain, infection, tooth loss, and other health complications affecting the heart, liver, and kidneys.
Our Veterinary Dentistry Services
Professional Pet Dental Cleanings
Professional dental cleanings remove plaque and tartar above and below the gumline to help prevent periodontal disease and protect long-term oral health.
Digital Dental X-Rays
Dental X-rays help us identify hidden issues beneath the surface, including tooth root infections, fractures, and resorptive lesions that may not be visible during a routine exam.
Pet Tooth Extractions
When damaged or infected teeth cannot be saved, we perform tooth extractions and advanced oral surgery procedures with a strong focus on safety, comfort, and pain management.
Your Pet Dental Care Questions, Answered
Most pets benefit from annual dental cleanings, though some breeds or senior pets may require more frequent care.
Yes. Anesthesia allows us to safely and thoroughly clean beneath the gumline, take X-rays, and perform extractions if needed, all without stress or pain for your pet.
Absolutely. Bacteria from dental disease can enter the bloodstream, impacting organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys. Preventive care helps protect your pet’s whole body.
Brushing your pet’s teeth regularly is the best option, but dental chews, rinses, and special diets can also support oral health between professional cleanings.
Yes. Many dental problems start below the gumline where they can’t be seen during a visual exam. X-rays help us catch these hidden issues early.