Cat & Dog Dental Surgery in Egg Harbor Township
At Newkirk Family Veterinarians, our team of veterinary professionals is able to provide oral hygiene and dental surgery services for cats and dogs in Egg Harbor Township.
The Importance of Dental Care for Cats & Dogs
Implementing a dental health care routine for your cat or dog at home and at annual veterinary appointments is the best way to maintain your animal companion's oral health.
Our experienced staff is also able to provide surgical and general dental services to help restore your pet's dental oral health and treat a wide variety of dog and cat dental care issues such as tooth decay and gum disease.
Common Dental Conditions
A few common health issues that may need to be treated with dental surgery include:
- Tooth decay
- Cracked or broken teeth
- Jaw fractures
- Feline stomatitis
- Severe gum disease (periodontitis)
- TMJ (temporomandibular joint) luxation or dysplasia
Anesthesia & Your Pet's Oral Health
Our vets in Egg Harbor Township provide anesthesia to all of our patients before conducting dental procedures, from surgeries to dental cleanings and exams.
This helps put less stress on the animals, and it also lets us X-ray their mouth as needed.
Dental Surgery for Cats & Dogs
We aim to make the surgical process as stress-free as we can, for both you and your pet. Your vet will describe every detail of the procedure to you including how to prepare your pet for the surgery and the requirements for post-operative care.
Home Care After a Dental Surgery
Based on the type of oral surgery your pet has had, they will require different at-home care, but most animals will require pain relief and anti-inflammatory medications as well as lots of rest in the days following a dental surgery procedure.
Follow all post-operative care instructions provided to you by your vet carefully. If you can't remember a step, contact us for clarification.
Try to keep your pet from doing too much physical activity for at least 48 hours after their procedure. Dental surgery could make your pet's mouth sensitive or prone to injury and infection while it heals, so it's essential to follow your vet's instructions for feeding and watering your cat or dog.
If your pet isn't eating, is rubbing its mouth, or is displaying signs of infection such as bleeding or swelling contact us immediately.
Comprehensive Cat & Dog Dental Care
Regular dental care is an essential part of your pet's overall physical and oral health and wellbeing, but most cats and dogs don't get the dental care they need to maintain healthy teeth and gums.
Pet Teeth Cleaning & Exams
Much like a yearly checkup for humans at the dentist, your dog or cat should be brought to the vet for a dental exam once annually.
Poor oral hygiene in animals could cause infections in the mouth, periodontal disease, tooth decay as well as loose or missing teeth. This makes regular pet dental care an important part of preventing pain or disease in their gums.
Newkirk Family Veterinarians can evaluate, diagnose and treat oral health problems in both cats and dogs.
FAQs About Pet Dental Care
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions from our patients about pet dental care.
- What long-term problems can poor oral health potentially cause in my pet?
- What happens during pet teeth cleaning appointments?
- What should I do at home to keep my pet’s teeth clean between dental appointments?
- What happens during the surgical consultation?
- Will the surgery and consultation happen on the same day?
- How long will the surgery take?
- Does my pet have to stay at the hospital overnight either before or after the surgery?
Always Welcoming New Patients
At Newkirk Family Veterinarians, we always accept new patients into our veterinary family. Our veterinarians are passionate about the health and well-being of Egg Harbor Township pets. Contact us today to book your pet's first appointment.