Dentistry

Is bad breath driving a wedge between you and your four-legged family member?

Despite what you may have heard, stinky breath isn’t something that pet owners simply must learn to live with. To the contrary, it’s probably a sign that your pet needs to visit the dentist. 

Without appropriate care, your pet’s mouth can become a haven for bacteria, which can spread through the bloodstream and cause a number of other health problems. Left untreated, dental disease can even shorten your best friend’s life. 

The good news is, with the right support, this can all be prevented.

The professional dental care at Safford Veterinary Services includes both routine, preventative care as well as advanced treatment for existing oral conditions. 

Some of the signs of dental disease in companion animals include, but are not limited to:

• Bad breath
• Excessive drooling
• Dropping food 
• Sudden disinterest in chew toys
• Loss of appetite
• Swollen or painful face
• Pawing at the mouth
• Yellow, broken, loose or missing teeth
• Gums that are red, swollen or bleeding

If your pet is showing any of these signs, it’s time to schedule an exam at our onsite location. We’ll identify the problem and address it quickly, improving the prognosis for your loved one. We’ll also show you techniques you can use at home to help keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy and disease-free year-round. 

You deserve to enjoy lots of close snuggles with your pet. The comprehensive dental services at Safford Veterinary Services can help get you there!