Pet Dentistry

At Kennebunk Veterinary Hospital, we understand the importance of dental care for your pet. Poor dental hygiene can lead to a number of problems, including gum disease, tooth loss, and bad breath. That’s why we offer comprehensive pet dental services, ranging from routine cleanings to more complex procedures. We use the latest techniques and equipment to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care. If you’re concerned about your pet’s dental health, please call us today at 207-985-4277 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you and your pet.

Pets have teeth, too! Having a mouth means having a mouth that gets dirty. In about 36 hours, plaque hardens, and you’re on your way to tartar buildup, gingivitis, foul breath, and infection. If left unattended, well, it isn’t pretty. This video will help you understand. It is talking about cats, but it is essentially the same for dogs.

Ok. Now you know it is serious. What do you do about it?
There is a two-prong approach: home care and veterinary care. First, good home care. This can include brushing, water additives, food and treats specially designed to remove plaque and watching for signs of pain or foul breath.

Click the photo below to follow the link to our online pharmacy to browse the dental care products you think your pet would enjoy. They can be delivered right to your door.

Dental care products are easier, but getting you and your pet used to brushing is much less expensive. The trick is to work up to actual brushing. Start by getting them used to pet toothpaste–which most pets think tastes pretty good. Then work up to rubbing their gums with toothpaste on your finger, and so on until you’ve got them allowing you to brush their teeth. Patience, praise and consistency. Here are two videos about brushing. They both have different helpful tips, so we recommend them both whether you have a cat or dog.

Now for the veterinary prong of the plan.  We offer comprehensive pet dental services, ranging from routine cleanings to more complex procedures. We use the latest techniques and equipment to ensure that your pet receives the best possible care. If you’re concerned about your pet’s dental health, please call us today at 207-985-4277 to schedule an appointment. We look forward to serving you and your pet.