Veterinary Dentistry in Orléans, ON
Crown Pointe Animal Hospital provides veterinary dentistry for dogs and cats in Orléans, including cleanings, full-mouth dental X-rays, extractions, periodontal care, and oral surgery. Every dental cleaning includes full-mouth radiographs so the veterinarian can assess the teeth, roots, and bone below the gumline.
Why Dental Care Goes Below the Gumline
Dental disease is not always fully visible during an awake examination. Plaque, tartar, inflamed gums, damaged teeth, and disease below the gumline may cause discomfort and affect how a pet eats or behaves. Routine wellness examinations allow the veterinarian to check your pet’s mouth and recommend a dental assessment when concerns are found.
Dental procedures are performed under anesthesia so the teeth can be examined, cleaned, and X-rayed safely and thoroughly. Crown Pointe requires full-mouth radiographs with every cleaning because important problems can affect tooth roots and surrounding bone without being visible above the gumline. Based on the findings, the veterinarian may recommend extractions, periodontal treatment, or oral surgery.
What Happens During a Dental Procedure
Your pet’s dental visit includes preparation, anesthesia, diagnostic imaging, treatment, and monitored recovery. The exact care provided depends on the examination and dental X-ray findings. Explore all veterinary services available for dogs and cats at Crown Pointe.
Pre-Anesthetic Examination
A veterinarian examines your pet before anesthesia and reviews relevant health information, medications, allergies, and any concerns that could affect the procedure.
Full-Mouth Dental X-Rays
Every dental cleaning includes full-mouth radiographs to evaluate tooth roots, surrounding bone, and other structures that cannot be assessed during an awake examination.
Extractions and Treatment
If radiographs identify diseased or damaged teeth, the veterinarian may recommend extractions, periodontal treatment, or oral surgery during the procedure.
Anesthesia and Support
Anesthesia allows the dental team to examine and treat the mouth safely. Supportive care may include intravenous fluids, pain control, or anti-nausea medication when medically appropriate.
Dental Cleaning
Plaque and tartar are removed so the teeth and gumline can be evaluated more thoroughly for evidence of periodontal disease or damage.
Recovery and Discharge
Your pet is observed during recovery and discharged with instructions covering food, medication, activity, warning signs, and follow-up care.