Dental Care
Pets can suffer from dental disease the same way people can.
Up to 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have some sign of oral health disease and Oakey Vet Hospital stocks a wide range of products that can be used in addition to a correct diet to help your pet look after their teeth and reduce the build up of dental plaque.
Regular dental checks are essential to ensure that any problems are picked up early and their impact be minimised by home care.
If your pet already has advanced dental disease, Oakey Vet Hospital has a state of the art dental machine that can offer teeth cleaning (dental scale and polish) for your pet, as well as surgical extraction of any diseased teeth.
This is essential in preventing the progression of advanced dental disease. Dental disease, apart for resulting in your pet having a painful mouth, has been shown to increase the risk of kidney and heart disease. Good dental hygiene can be achieved by providing the correct diet for your dog or cat. Dry food, commercial pet chews and raw bones are all important for strong healthy teeth.
