When your pet gives a SMILE, do you run a MILE?
Dental disease is extremely common in pet animals, especially as they get older. Signs include:
- Heavy tartar deposits
- Loose, broken or diseased teeth
- Inflamed gums
All the above are painful and unpleasant for the animal concerned, resulting in bad breath. Avoidance or neglecting to tackle the issue only adds to the suffering endured.
Unfortunately, animals often adapt and cope with the discomfort and/or pain of dental disease and may not show obvious signs, so it is important to pay close attention and act fast.
The effects of dental disease can go way beyond the mouth of your pet. Bacteria and toxins originating in the mouth can enter the bloodstream and cause other health issues, creating problems as far away as the liver, kidneys, or even heart valves.
However, it’s not all doom and gloom – Help is at hand!
Special fee dental checks including a detailed oral examination and a basic body exam.
Special discounted rates on dental procedures including descaling/polishing and tooth extraction.
For all dental procedures performed, a certificate including a dental chart of your pet’s teeth for your record will be issued.
20% off select dental products and exclusive dental product bundles at SPCA Centres and SHOPCA
Terms and Conditions:
- A dental check is a 10-minute consultation including a full oral examination, to identify problem dental areas and a basic body exam. If the animal has additional problems, normal consultation fees will apply.
- Special rates apply to dental procedures only. Anaesthetic fees, laboratory tests, intravenous fluids, other diagnostics or medications, etc. will be charged at normal rates.
- If the dental check detects any problems, a dental surgery form will be issued. To enjoy the special rates, booking must occur within three months from the date of consultation.
- In certain cases (such as rotten, damaged or broken teeth, exposed roots or abscesses/infection), dental extractions may need to be performed. The decision regarding extraction rests with the veterinary surgeon concerned.
For more information on dental disease download our dental information sheet or check out our videos on:
- Teeth cleaning demonstration
- Dental descaling procedure
– Coming soon –
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