Have you ever wondered what actually happens during your pet’s dental procedure?
At Moorpark Veterinary Hospital, a dental is much more than simply cleaning your pet’s teeth. From their pre-anesthetic exam to recovery, our team takes several important steps to keep your pet safe, comfortable, and closely monitored throughout their visit.
Here’s a look at what happens behind the scenes:
1. Pre-Anesthesia Health Exam & Pre-Medications
Before getting started, we perform a health assessment and give appropriate pre-medications based on your pet’s individual needs. This helps prepare them for a safe and comfortable procedure.
2. Anesthesia & Monitoring
Comprehensive dental care requires general anesthesia so we can safely examine and clean the entire mouth, including below the gumline. Throughout the procedure, your pet’s vital signs are continuously monitored by our team.
3. Digital Dental X-Rays
There’s a lot we can’t see just by looking at a tooth! Dental X-rays allow us to evaluate the roots, surrounding bone, and disease hiding below the gumline.
4. Treatment Collaboration
If our doctor discovers a tooth that needs to be extracted or another concern requiring treatment, we’ll contact you to discuss the findings and recommended next steps before moving forward.
5. Professional Cleaning & Polishing
We thoroughly remove plaque and tartar from the teeth, including below the gumline, before polishing them for a smooth, clean finish.
6. Warm & Comfortable Recovery
Once the procedure is complete, your pet is closely monitored as they wake up from anesthesia. We keep them warm, comfortable, and supervised throughout their recovery.
More Than Just a Cleaning
Professional dental care isn’t only about fresh breath and clean teeth. It gives us an opportunity to identify problems that may be painful or hidden below the gumline—and help keep your pet’s mouth healthy and comfortable.
Wondering how your pet’s teeth are looking? Schedule an exam with our team at Moorpark Veterinary Hospital and we can help determine whether it may be time for a dental procedure.