Are you concerned about problems with your dog’s dental health? Does your dog have an oral injury or other problem like:

• a broken tooth
• damage to the jaw
• an unusual growth
• severe bad breath

If so, Animal General Hospital is prepared to evaluate your dog’s dentistry problem and provide the right solution. We specialize in dental and oral surgical treatments for dogs, including the following:

• ultrasonic scaling and polishing
• full dental examination, probing, charting
• dental extractions
• dental sealant application
• referral to board certified veterinary dentist for more complicated problems

Animal General Hospital is dedicated to providing optimal healthcare for your dog and offers the best options for treating your dog’s dental problems. Call us 706-568-4848 today for answers and solutions to your dog’s dental concerns.

Teeth Brushing

According to the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS), 80% of dogs show signs of oral disease by age three. That’s four out of every five dogs!  Brushing your dog’s teeth daily, or several times a week can help prevent gum disease and other dental problems from emerging. Brushing your dog’s teeth will help:

• Control plaque and tartar
• Control bacteria and improve gum health
• Prevent gum disease
• Freshen your dog’s breath

If your dog does not tolerate teeth brushing at first, follow these steps to help your dog become acclimated to having their teeth cleaned.

1. Introduce them to doggie toothpaste. NEVER use human toothpaste as this can be toxic to your dog if they ingest too much. Squeeze out a small amount on your finger and let your dog have a taste.
2. Once they are familiar with the taste of the toothpaste, use your finger as a brush and brush their teeth with just your finger and toothpaste.
3. After they have allowed you to brush with your finger, you can attempt toothbrushing while using a small amount of water.
4. Eventually, your dog will become accustomed to a brushing routine and you can brush their teeth regularly.

If your dog has severe dental disease and a lot of tartar on their teeth, you will need to have them professionally cleaned. We will use similar dental instruments that your own dentist uses to clean and polish your dog’s teeth.

Questions about your dog’s dental health? Need to set up an appointment to have their teeth checked? Call us today 706-568-4848 to schedule a time for us to check your dog for any dental problems or diseases.