Welcome Bay Vets
Welcome Bay Vets are your local, family-owned veterinary clinic in the heart of Welcome Bay, Tauranga.
By the age of two, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of dental disease. A build-up of plaque can lead to gingivitis or periodontal disease, which may infect teeth and bones, allowing harmful bacteria to travel via the bloodstream to other organs such as the heart or kidneys. If you’re unsure about your pet’s dental health, it might be time for a check-up at Welcome Bay Vets.
One of the easiest ways to help keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy is through a good diet. Soft foods make the teeth largely redundant. Soft foods do very little to scrape off old plaque and tartar and provide almost no tooth and gum exercise.
For adult cats and dogs, one of the best foods for dental health is Hills t/d. This Prescription Diet is a complete food containing all the nutrients your pet needs for a healthy, balanced diet. These biscuits are formulated to not crumble when chewed, effectively brushing the teeth with every bite.
Brushing your pet’s teeth is another option. It needs to be done regularly—2 or 3 times per week at least—and requires a diligent owner and a cooperative pet.
When too much plaque builds up, it becomes hardened tartar, which is too tough to remove by brushing or diet. Under a general anaesthetic, our team can scale and polish your pet’s teeth to remove the plaque and tartar that has built up. Sometimes teeth become damaged and painful and require removal, which is done by a veterinarian under a general anaesthetic.
If you have any questions or need to schedule a dental check-up, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Welcome Bay Vets are your local, family-owned veterinary clinic in the heart of Welcome Bay, Tauranga.
