Here at Commonwealth Veterinary Hospital, we see firsthand what an incredible impact good oral healthcare can have on your pet's health and happiness as they age. Healthy mouth = healthy pet!
February is Pet Dental Health Month
Each February at CVH, we celebrate Pet Dental Health Month to help increase awareness of the ways that improving your pet’s dental health can improve their overall health and quality of life.
Improving your pet’s oral health is about more than just improving their bad breath. It can have a lasting impact on their quality of life and is one of the most important things you can do to ensure that your four legged friend stay healthy as they age.
Schedule an Oral Evaluation
Dental Month
Ready to schedule your pet's dental cleaning? We can help with that! Call us at 617-332-7030 or email us at frontdesk@commonwealthvet.com today!
Most Dental Disease Occurs Below the Gum Line
Teeth that are discolored or covered in tartar are often the earliest noticeable signs of periodontal disease, but the term “periodontal disease” doesn’t really refer to the tartar that exists above the gumline. In reality, the disease develops in beneath the gumline where we can’t easily see its effects. As plaque and tartar spread underneath the gumline, they cause inflammation of the gums and bone loss around the teeth themselves. Left untreated, periodontal disease can lead to a whole host of other problems, including oral abscesses and infection inside the jaw bone.
In addition, bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream and be carried around the body, leading to changes in the heart, liver, and kidneys as our pets age. Because of this, routine oral healthcare is one of the most important things you can do to take care of your pet's overall health. Wondering how a simple oral exam can help us tell what might be lurking underneath your pet's gumline? Dr. Hawk explains how he evaluates your pet's oral health in a quick and handy video.
What Our Patients Say
What Our Patients Say
Tucker & Sophie
The vets at Commonwealth are thorough, incredibly compassionate, and are engaging and personable. The staff and doctors provide quality service and go above and beyond to accommodate special needs. I highly recommend this veterinary hospital.
Shira Catlin
Walter
Absolute best vet clinic you could choose, from the front desk to the techs to the doctors. Love this place!!
Kelley Anderson
Frequently Asked Questions About Pet Dental Health
Have questions? Check out our infographic, full of our most frequently asked questions about pet dental healthcare.
Share pictures of your pet’s pearly whites on Instagram and Facebook with the hashtag #MySmileyPet, and we’ll feature some of the photos in our next blog post!