Update: My dog had one tooth extracted about a month ago (see previous post), she went back in recently due to symptoms of pain and discomfort in one of her back teeth.
This time a full dental and x-rays were done, one molar and 3 root remnants extracted….you would have never have know by looking as her teeth look pristine due to daily brushings x 8 years.
This is her first professional cleaning (not bad) 🙂
I strongly urge people to have a professional cleaning and x-rays done for their pet at the first sign of trouble.
Sprays and such are just breath fresheners at best. Daily brushing does help but even daily brushing doesn’t get below the gum line where the trouble is.
Don’t be foolish. Hope this helps someone.
Ps: The anesthesia they use now is milder than even a few years ago, she was in and out in a few hours. Never even missed a meal! Normally they would be NPO after midnight but the dental was done as an emergency.
