Pets long in the tooth still need dental care

Pets long in the tooth still need dental care


The risk of dental disease increases as our pets age. And it happens just when other issues might increase risks associated with anesthesia. But without examination and treatment under anesthesia, dental disease worsens and can cause more problems for senior pets.

Fortunately, veterinary anesthetic protocols can be customized for all breeds, sizes and ages of pets. In addition, close monitoring during anesthetic procedures means senior pets can safely get the dental care they need.

Older pets should have a blood test before anesthesia. Some dogs and cats may need additional tests to check fragile body systems. Sometimes health problems have to be stabilized before anesthesia. In other cases, dental procedures may need staging to shorten anesthetic periods.

The bottom line? Even pets long in the tooth need good dental care.

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