Pet Dental Care in Pensacola, FL
The Importance of Pet Dental Care
Just like people, pets need regular dental care to maintain a healthy mouth. Without routine cleanings and exams, plaque and tartar buildup can lead to periodontal disease, one of the most common conditions in adult pets. This infection not only causes bad breath and tooth loss—it can also impact the heart, kidneys, and liver.
Signs of dental disease include:
- Bad breath
- Drooling or difficulty chewing
- Pawing at the mouth
- Red or bleeding gums
- Loose or missing teeth
If you notice any of these symptoms, schedule a dental evaluation with our team. Early treatment can prevent pain and more serious health issues down the road.
Dental Exams: What to Expect
Every dental visit begins with a full oral examination. Our veterinarians assess your pet’s teeth, gums, and mouth for signs of disease, infection, or injury. During this exam, we may recommend digital dental X-rays to check beneath the gumline—where many painful problems can hide.
These exams help us create a personalized treatment plan and determine if a professional cleaning or further care is needed.
Professional Teeth Cleaning
Routine teeth cleanings are the best way to prevent dental disease and keep your pet’s mouth healthy. Because thorough cleanings require precision and comfort, we perform them under safe anesthesia. This allows our team to clean above and below the gumline, remove tartar buildup, polish teeth, and inspect for hidden damage—all without causing stress or discomfort.
Anesthetic cleanings are important because they:
- Allow for a complete, pain-free cleaning
- Prevent bacteria from entering the bloodstream
- Reduce the risk of future dental disease
- Help identify early signs of oral problems
Our veterinary team closely monitors your pet throughout the entire procedure, ensuring a safe and gentle experience from start to finish.
Tooth Extractions and Advanced Care
In cases of severe decay, fracture, or advanced periodontal disease, tooth extractions may be necessary to relieve pain and prevent infection from spreading. Our veterinarians perform extractions with great care, using local anesthesia and pain management to keep your pet comfortable throughout the process.
Afterward, we provide clear aftercare instructions and pain control to help your pet heal quickly and comfortably.
Supporting Lifelong Health Through Better Oral Care
At Coastal Sunrise Animal Hospital, we know that good dental health is essential to your pet’s overall well-being. Our experienced veterinarians provide gentle, thorough dental exams, cleanings, and treatments designed to prevent pain and disease before they start. Pet owners across the greater Pensacola area trust our compassionate team to deliver safe, high-quality care that keeps dogs and cats healthy, happy, and smiling for years to come.