Dental Care

Dental health is an important part of your pet's overall well-being. Just like people, dogs and cats can develop dental disease that causes pain, infection, difficulty eating, and may even affect other organs such as the heart, liver, and kidneys.

At Twinbrook Animal Clinic, we believe preventive dental care is one of the best ways to help your pet live a longer, healthier, and more comfortable life.

Many pets begin to develop signs of dental disease by just a few years of age, often without obvious symptoms. Because our pets can't tell us when their mouths hurt, dental problems frequently go unnoticed until they become advanced.

Routine wellness examinations allow us to monitor your pet's oral health, identify subtle changes, and recommend treatment before small problems become more serious.

If your pet has any of the following signs, it may be time to schedule a dental examination:

• Bad breath 
• Red or swollen gums 
• Yellow or brown tartar buildup 
• Loose, broken, or missing teeth 
• Difficulty chewing 
• Dropping food while eating 
• Pawing at the mouth 
• Facial swelling
• Decreased appetite 
• Changes in behavior or activity 

Even pets without obvious symptoms can have painful dental disease, which is why regular examinations are so important.

Every pet has unique dental needs. After evaluating your pet's oral health, we'll recommend the treatment that's right for them.

Our comprehensive dental procedures include:

• A complete oral examination 
• Full-mouth digital dental radiographs (X-rays) for every anesthetized dental patient
• Professional ultrasonic scaling above and below the gumline 
• Polishing to help reduce future plaque accumulation 
• Periodontal evaluation 
• Tooth extractions when necessary 
• Comprehensive pain management before, during, and after the procedure 
• Personalized home dental care recommendations 

Our priority is to treat dental disease safely, comfortably, and thoroughly while helping your pet return to normal as quickly as possible.

More than half of every tooth lies below the gumline, where problems cannot be seen during a routine examination. That's why Twinbrook Animal Clinic performs full-mouth digital dental radiographs on every anesthetized dental patient.

Dental X-rays allow us to evaluate the roots of every tooth, detect hidden disease, identify painful conditions that may not be visible during an oral examination, and ensure that any teeth requiring treatment receive the most appropriate care.

By including full-mouth dental radiographs as a standard part of every anesthetized dental procedure, we're able to diagnose problems earlier, treat them more effectively, and provide the highest standard of dental care for your pet.

Professional dental care is only one part of maintaining a healthy mouth.

We'll help you choose home dental care options that fit both your pet's needs and your lifestyle. Depending on your pet, this may include tooth brushing, dental diets, dental chews, treats, water additives, or other products that help reduce plaque and tartar.

Even small daily habits can make a meaningful difference in your pet's long-term oral health.

Healthy teeth are about much more than a bright smile—they're an important part of your pet's overall health and quality of life.

Whether your pet needs a routine dental cleaning or treatment for advanced dental disease, our team is committed to providing compassionate care, advanced diagnostics, effective pain management, and personalized treatment recommendations every step of the way.

By working together, we can help keep your pet comfortable, healthy, and smiling for years to come.We take the time to discuss our findings, answer your questions, and help you make informed decisions about your pet's dental health.