Pet Dental Care in Cleveland, TN

Dental disease without proper treatment can even lead to mouth cancer. Creekside’s Team is passionate about getting rid of doggy (and kitty) breath. CVH’s team wants you to know that the key to dental care is PROPER dental care. We do it the right way, with the guidance of the American Animal Hospital Association, The Veterinary Oral Health Council, and the American Veterinary Medical Association.We’re proud to have dental x-rays, which allow us to see the source of disease and treat it, rather than just cleaning the parts of the tooth that you can see with the naked eye.

The best line of defense against periodontal disease is regular maintenance of your pet’s mouth. As your pet’s daily caretaker, that responsibility falls partly to you. We understand that brushing a pet’s teeth everyday can sometimes be a bit more than you can chew. Luckily, we offer a range of dental healthcare products that make at-home pet dental care a breeze. Here are just a few that we recommend:

• ProDen Dental Bites and powders
• Purina Dental Health diets
• Purina Pro Plan Dental Chews
• Veggie Dents
• OraVet Chews
• VetraDent water additive
• CET enzymatic toothpaste

Search for more dental products approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC), as these have demonstrated their ability to slow plaque and tartar accumulation. When searching for the perfect chew for your pet, avoid items that are too hard since they can lead to tooth fractures. Also remember that if you are using any water additives for dental health and fresh breath, changing the water daily is necessary for it to be effective.

Since a large majority of dental disease occurs below the gumline, dental X-rays are the only way to see the full picture of your pet’s oral health. At Creekside Veterinary Hospital, we use digital X-rays to identify hidden infections, bone loss, and tooth fractures that aren’t visible to the naked eye, allowing us to treat the source of the pain rather than just cleaning the surface.

Actually, most pets will continue to eat even if they have severe dental disease or a broken tooth. Because pets are experts at hiding discomfort, “doggy breath” or tartar buildup are often the only signs of an issue. Proactive veterinary dentistry is essential because untreated infections can eventually cause damage to your pet’s heart, liver, and kidneys.

The best defense against periodontal disease is daily brushing with enzymatic toothpaste, but we know that isn’t always easy. We recommend using products approved by the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC), such as specific dental chews, water additives, or specialized diets. Our team can help you select the right products to slow down plaque and tartar accumulation between professional cleanings.