Importance of Pet Dental Care

Unfortunately, many pet parents ignore pet dental care, leading to numerous oral problems for their animal companions. Have you been neglecting your pet's dental care? At Southwest Veterinary Hospital, we have been providing pet owners in Littleton, CO with reliable pet dental care for many years. Read on to learn more about the benefits of pet dentistry.

Preventing Gum Disease

If you don't take care of your pet's oral care, plaque builds up, attracting bacteria that irritate gums. Early symptoms of gum disease include swollen and bleeding gums. If you don't treat gum disease quickly, it morphs into full-blown periodontitis that causes gum deterioration and tooth loss.

Prevent Bad Breath

It's not normal for your pet to have bad breath (halitosis). If your pet's breath makes you recoil, you should step up your pet's dental care regimen. Brushing eliminates odor-causing bacteria, leading to a fresh breath.

Avert Oral Pain

You know a toothache can cause sleepless nights and deteriorate your quality of life. Luckily, you can prevent your pet from undergoing such an ordeal by taking their dental health seriously. Having your pet’s teeth professionally cleaned eliminates harmful bacteria that cause tooth decay.

Prevent Organ Damage

Do you know a slip-up in your pet's dental care could lead to severe organ damage? Yes, bacteria causing periodontal disease can seep through the bloodstream, causing damage to organs like the heart, liver, and kidney.

Save Money

Taking care of your pet's oral health averts costly treatments in the future. For example, if our veterinarian notices plaque build-up, they may recommend a dental cleaning to eliminate bacteria that may cause tooth decay, organ damage, and periodontal disease.

Schedule an Appointment with Our Veterinarian in Littleton for Pet Dental Care 

If your pet has dental challenges, our animal hospital provides pet dentistry to restore your pet's oral health. Call Southwest Veterinary Hospital today at (303) 794-2697 for more information on pet dentistry or to schedule a dental cleaning.