Pet Dentistry
Dental Care For Full-Body Health
Dental issues in pets, if left untreated, can lead to serious systemic problems affecting the heart, kidneys, and liver. We encourage pet owners to make dental care a routine step in their companion’s health routine. Queen City Veterinary Clinic has pet dentistry services for the Cincinnati area, including teeth cleanings as well as dental procedures. Oral health is an integral part of your fur baby’s preventive care.
How Dental Health Affects Overall Pet Wellness
Many pet owners don’t realize how significantly dental issues can impact a pet’s overall health. When your pet develops persistent bad breath, that is actually not normal! Most often, it’s a sign of dental disease. Plaque and tartar buildup can lead to painful gum disease, infections, and tooth loss, but bacteria from the mouth can also travel through the bloodstream, potentially affecting vital organs.
Annual dental exams and teeth cleanings are recommended to remove plaque and tartar below the gumline, where even daily brushing can’t reach. Our staff is also happy to educate pet owners on effective at-home dental routines like brushing your pet’s teeth, giving dental chews, and using water additives or approved oral rinses to support dental hygiene between visits. These small, consistent steps can go a long way in preserving your pet’s comfort and vitality.
Teeth Cleanings for Pets
Dental cleanings keep teeth healthy and bad breath at bay.
Our pet dentistry services include teeth cleanings performed under anesthesia. During a dental cleaning, a vet will remove plaque and tartar from all surfaces of the teeth, polish the enamel to reduce future buildup, and closely examine the mouth for signs of disease or abnormalities.
We recommend that most adult pets receive dental cleanings with a veterinarian to maintain oral health and prevent more serious dental diseases from developing. Regular cleanings reduce the risk of systemic infections and the need for more extensive (and expensive) dental procedures later on.
Advanced Dental Procedures for Pet Health
Sometimes, dental issues go beyond routine teeth cleanings. Queen City Veterinary Clinic is equipped to address advanced concerns with dental procedures, such as:
- Tooth Extractions: Necessary when teeth are fractured, infected, or severely decayed; extractions eliminate pain and prevent infection from spreading.
- Gingival Hyperplasia Treatment: Gingival Hyperplasia involves overgrowth of the gums in pets’ mouths and can lead to discomfort, infection, or difficulties with eating. We carefully trim excess tissue to restore comfort and function.
- Oral Tumor Removal: If a mass is found in the mouth, surgical removal may be recommended. Our vets will evaluate the growth and guide you through the steps, including biopsy, if needed, and follow-up care.
For all pets over the age of 6, pre-operative bloodwork is required to ensure they are healthy enough for anesthesia. We may also recommend this testing for younger pets based on individual health. Safety is a top priority in every procedure we perform.
Dental Care for Pets in Cincinnati, OH
Dentistry protects your pet’s long-term health.
With routine dental exams, teeth cleanings, and access to expert dental procedures, you can give your pet a healthier life. Let us help you build a dental care routine that works for your pet. Contact Queen City Veterinary Clinic to schedule a dental consultation.
Queen City Veterinary Clinic has dentistry services for cats and dogs from Walnut Hills, Hyde Park, Evanston, Avondale, CUF, Over-the-Rhine, Downtown Cincinnati, Norwood, Oakley, O’Bryonville, Columbia Tusculum, and the central Cincinnati, OH area, as well as Dayton, Bellevue, Ft. Thomas, Park Hills, Southgate, Newport, and the Northern Kentucky area.
