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Monday, January 21, 2013

February is Dental Month

Wow, February is almost here and we are gearing up for Dental Month.

Dental Prophylaxis (teeth cleaning) is $25.00 of during the month of February, call us today at (817) 370-5566 to schedule an appointment!

Dr. Mayes recommends yearly dental cleaning for your pet(s).
 "Poor oral care leads to devastating disease processes in the mouth as well as other parts of the body such as the liver, kidneys and heart. Many people do not realize how important dental care is for their pets until they have a serious problem. By then, extensive (and oftentimes expensive) dental work must be performed. We are equipped to perform extensive dental work if necessary, but our goal is to educate owners about the importance of good dental care before it reaches that point."


Top 5 Signs of Dental Disease
    1. Bad breath
    2. Yellow plaque accumulating on teeth
    3. Yellow/brown tartar accumulation on teeth
    4. Red gums
    5. Gum line recession
An astounding 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats show signs of oral disease by age 3, according to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS).


What should I be doing in between my pet's dental cleanings to maintain clean teeth?

  • Hill's t/d Unique kibble scrubs away laden plaque in the mouth to promote systemic health, clinically proven to reduce plaque, stain and tartar buildup.
  • C.E.T. Hextra Chews
    Provides a well-known antiseptic effect and helps remove plaque and reduce tartar. Chews are coated with exclusive patented 10% solution of chlorhexidine gluconate.
  • Daily Brushing
  • Drinking water additive (C.E.T. AQUADENT, Breathalyser)
    Helps maintain oral hygiene, prevent plaque accumulation, and freshen breath when used along with a regular home dental care program for cats and dogs.
  • "Mini" dental cleanings for pets with excessive tartar accumulation with periodic preventative scaling and polishing in between annual cleanings.

The staff in our clinic has noticed that Science Diet Healthy Advantage pet food is very good at keeping teeth sparkling clean in between annual dental cleanings in both our cats and dogs.

Science Diet Healthy Advantage is a veterinary exclusive diet.

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