Companion Animals

Companion Dog Dental Health Advanced

Advanced dental health management for dogs includes regular professional dental cleaning, dental radiography, and preventive home care.

Key Facts

Dental disease affects over 80% of dogs over 3 years old causing chronic pain
Annual professional dental cleaning under anaesthesia prevents progression of disease
Dental radiography reveals tooth root disease invisible to visual examination alone
Daily home brushing is the most effective preventive measure between professional cleanings
Pre-anaesthetic bloodwork ensures dogs are safe for routine dental procedures

Welfare Considerations

Advanced dental care for dogs requires both professional intervention and home prevention working together. Professional annual cleaning removes calculus that home care cannot address, while daily brushing prevents plaque accumulation that drives disease between cleanings. The combination provides the best welfare outcome - preventing the chronic pain of dental disease that affects millions of dogs who receive inadequate dental care.

What You Can Do

Establish daily tooth brushing with dog-specific toothpaste from puppyhood
Schedule annual professional dental cleaning including radiography for dogs over 3
Request pre-anaesthetic screening before dental procedures to ensure safety