Totally right, InkedMarie! I always do bloodwork first! My Lab’s bill was $2K, but we did a root canal and a couple of extractions as a preemptive due to deep fissures on the opposite side. Normally my vet is around $300, but he is a specialist and it’s money well spent. Many of the issues as a dog ages can be directly related to poor dental health.
We are now doing a dental on a foster I have as she had very high liver ALT. I’ve brought it down so she is on the schedule!
Many states or areas (mine does) have low cost dentals. We have a local group that does it as a special for $99 plus blood work @ $35. Such a low cost for such a valuable procedure!
