Teeth Cleaning and Preventative Dental Care

Have you ever wondered why pets don’t need to have their teeth brushed every day like humans? There are a few crucial factors involved, including a different diet and shorter lifespans. Still, while cats, dogs, and other pets don’t need to brush their teeth every day, regular teeth cleaning and proper pet nutrition can still help ensure good health. Our veterinarian at Suburban Veterinary Clinic in Maple Heights would like to stress the importance that dental care plays on your pet’s health.

Preventative Pet Dental Care and Pet Nutrition Explained

When it comes to pet oral and dental problems, quality care is vital for pets and owners alike. Pets don’t need to brush every day, but regular teeth cleaning is still important. Humans have to brush their teeth every day for a few reasons. For one, many people have diets that are high in sugar, which can cause cavities and other dental issues. In addition to that, we need our teeth to last for several decades.

If your animal companion enjoys proper pet nutrition, your pet will have less sugar in its diet. This will reduce the risk of cavities, gum disease, and other issues. Even if your pet’s teeth slowly degrade over time, they may still last through your pet’s lifespan. Still, regular teeth cleaning may prevent dental issues.

Pet dental health is a major concern. Even with proper pet nutrition, your animal may suffer from serious dental issues. Dogs, cats, and other animals can suffer from cavities, gum disease, mouth infections, and more. This makes regular teeth cleaning sessions a must for your dog, cat, or other pet. Regular teeth cleaning will remove plaque and help disinfect your pet’s mouth. It will also give our veterinarian a chance to look for various dental issues.

Our veterinarian provides teeth cleaning sessions and pet dental care. We can also offer dietary advice to promote good dental health. Annual and in some cases, semi-annual veterinary care will allow us to both identify and address various pet health and dental issues before they have time to become worse.

Pet Dental Care in Maple Heights, OH

Call Suburban Veterinary Clinic today at (216) 662-6117 or contact us online through our contact form. We will answer any questions that you may have about proper pet dental care or other health concerns.