Why Pet Dental Care Matters!

Just like people, pets can suffer from gum disease, tooth decay, and painful abscesses. The tricky part? They can’t tell you when something hurts. Left untreated, dental disease can lead to serious health issues, including infections that affect the heart, kidneys, and liver. It is a researched fact that people and pets with healthy teeth live on average 2 years longer.

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Our Dentistry Process

Just like people, pets need regular dental care to stay healthy. Dental disease is one of the most common health problems in cats and dogs, and it can cause pain, infection, and even affect the heart, liver, or kidneys if left untreated.

Professional Dental Cleanings

Our dental cleanings are performed under safe anesthesia so we can thoroughly care for your pet’s teeth and gums. This includes

Scaling

Removing plaque and tartar from the tooth surface, both above and below the gumline.

Polishing

Smoothing the teeth after scaling to help prevent future plaque buildup.

Dental X-Rays

Allowing us to see below the surface to detect hidden problems such as root infections, bone loss, or abscesses.

Extractions (When Needed)

Our team performs extractions with your pet’s comfort as a top priority, providing pain relief and aftercare to support smooth healing.

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Full-Mouth Extractions for Cats with Stomatitis

Feline stomatitis is a painful inflammatory condition where a cat’s immune system overreacts to the plaque and bacteria on their teeth. This results in severe redness, swelling, and ulceration in the mouth, often causing cats to stop eating or grooming due to discomfort.

For many cats, the most effective treatment is a full-mouth extraction—removing most or all of the teeth. While this may sound extreme, cats adapt very well to life without teeth. The procedure removes the source of the immune system’s reaction, allowing the painful inflammation to resolve and giving your cat a better quality of life.

With proper treatment, most cats experience significant improvement, becoming more comfortable, eating better, and regaining their playful, affectionate nature.

Before & After

The difference a dental cleaning can make is incredible! See for yourself how professional cleaning can restore a bright smile and improve overall health.

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Veterinary Services in Raytown, MO

Grooming

Boarding
Pet Surgery
Pet Dentistry
Pet Vaccinations
Pet Microchipping
Pet Companion Laser Therapy
Pet Platelet-Rich Plasma
Pet Ear-Cropping
Emergency and Urgent Care