The Tooth (truth) About Cat Dental Exams
Your cat's overall well-being is important to you--and at All About Cats Veterinary Hospital, it's important to us, too. We have on staff a team of veterinarians who are dedicated to the health and wellness of cats--just cats--and rely on a selection of quality services that are tailored to meet the unique needs of the feline patient.
As we recommend to all our pet owners, providing your cat with proper dental care is one of the most important ways to keep your furry pet healthy throughout its lifetime. To learn the whole "tooth" about cat dental exams, read on.
Why are cat dental exams important?
Even cats with otherwise "good" health may be at risk for disease if their oral hygiene is poor. As with humans, cats can develop health problems in their body that actually originate in the mouth, including sepsis and organ failure in the most severe cases. Equally, poor feline dental health may also be a sign of another underlying disease, such as feline diabetes or feline kidney disease.
The top benefits of taking your cat in for a routine cat dental exam and teeth cleaning include:
- Improved overall health and well-being for your cat
- Improved early detection of both oral health disease and other feline diseases
- Improved likelihood of disease prevention--which not only helps your cat, but also saves you time and money!
What kind of dental health problems are commonly seen in cats?
Like humans, cats are susceptible to many diseases and conditions which can affect the health of their teeth, gums, and mouth. The most common dental health problems in cats are caused by bacteria in the mouth which leads to a build-up of plaque and tartar on the teeth. Overtime, this can break down tooth enamel and damage the gums, leading to periodontal disease, gingivitis, bone infections, cavities with tooth loss, and, as mentioned, organ failure and sepsis in severe cases.
What should I expect at a cat dental exam?
At All About Cats Veterinary Hospital, we start by looking at your cat’s teeth as part of our complete physical exam. But the real examination happens with the help of general anesthesia, allowing access to thoroughly examine and clean your cat's teeth and gums, as well as to take dental X-rays--at no additional cost--which can identify broken or decayed tooth roots.
To ensure your cat's safety and comfort, we perform all our procedures with the aid of general anesthesia, and meticulously monitor your cat's status throughout the entire dental procedure.
Following your cat's dental exam, we're sure to follow-up with you regarding our recommendations for continued care of your pet's teeth, including cat-specific toothpastes, tools, and tricks to help keep your furry friend's teeth clean.
Is it time to schedule your cat's next dental examination?
If you are looking for reliable Las Vegas veterinarians to help your furry friend's dental health needs, then contact All About Cats Veterinary Hospital today. Call us at 702-257-3222, or visit us directly at 4370 S Durango Drive, Las Vegas, NV. We look forward to working with you and your cat!