How Often Should Your Pet Receive A Teeth Cleaning?
posted: Oct. 19, 2021
Taking care of your pet's dental health is just as important as any other part of his overall well-being. At Bay Road Animal Hospital in Sarasota, FL, we provide pet dental and veterinary services. Let’s learn about how a dental cleaning is more than just making sure your furry friend has a lovely smile.
How Often Should You Get Your Pet's Teeth Cleaned?
Adult pets should have their teeth cleaned at least once per year by a veterinarian. Your pet may require more frequent cleanings, depending on the size and breed. Age and overall health are also considerations for dental work. Consult with one of our veterinarians to set up a good dental cleaning schedule for your pet.
When does your Pet Need to Start Teeth Cleanings?
There isn’t a standard answer for all pets. Pets need to go under general anesthesia and be fully grown to get professional teeth cleaning. Our veterinarians will be able to determine the right time to begin cleaning your pet’s teeth.
Expectations for Pet Dental Cleanings
As we have mentioned, anesthesia is required for deep dental cleanings. Pets need to be immobile for safety precautions and to achieve the best results. Your pet will also have blood work performed to ensure the anesthesia is safe, as well as dental x-rays to evaluate his overall oral health. Your pet will remain at the hospital until the anesthesia wears off. Your pet will be lethargic for a few hours but should return to normal by the next day.
Contact Bay Road Animal Hospital for Your Pet's Dental Care
Oral health and hygiene are essential for your pet's overall health and longevity. At Bay Road Animal Hospital in Sarasota, FL, we provide quality dental care for various pets and breeds. Call our team today to schedule a dental cleaning for your furry friend or reach us through our website by using our online contact form.
Veterinary Technicians
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Missy first started at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 2003. She took the last few years off to pursue an interest in a specialty practice but rejoined the Bay Road team in early 2022. Missy received her AS Degree in veterinary technology from Penn Foster in 2013. With her many years of experience and advanced skill set she effortlessly moved up into our Head CVT position in August. When Missy is not working, she loves spending her time training her horses, participating in rodeos and spending time with her family.
Lela began working at Bay Road Animal Hospital in 1984 after she graduated from The University of Florida with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Forest Resource Conservation. While working at Bay Road, Lela received her AS degree in Veterinary Technology from St. Petersburg College. She is a Florida native and lives in Myakka City with her husband, two boys, and many animals.
Daniella joined the Bay Road team in 2018. She started as a veterinary assistant, then moved into a scribe position and is now a veterinary technician assistant. She is currently enrolled in school and working towards being a certified veterinary technician. She loves to provide the customers and patients with the best care and support she can.
Gabby joined the Bay Road team in early 2022 as a veterinary assistant. She recently enrolled in the Veterinary Technology program at Penn Foster and is now working more as a technician assistant to help further her education. Gabby lives on a small farm east of Sarasota and has a variety of pets ranging from dogs, cats and guinea pigs to sheep and goats to even a gecko named Chip. When Gabby is not working or completing schoolwork, she loves spending time with her family and friends.
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