Cat & Dog Teeth Cleanings in Beltsville, MD

We perform dental cleanings under general anesthesia to ensure your pet stays safe, relaxed, and still while we work. The process begins with a full physical exam, and we may recommend bloodwork to confirm your pet is healthy enough for anesthesia. Once your pet is fully anesthetized, we use ultrasonic and hand tools to gently remove plaque and tartar from above and below the gumline. After scaling, the teeth are polished to smooth the enamel and help prevent future buildup. We also take full-mouth digital dental X-rays, which allow us to detect hidden problems like root abscesses, bone loss, or fractures beneath the surface.

 

With your pet still under anesthesia, we perform a thorough oral exam, carefully evaluating each tooth and the surrounding tissue for signs of infection, damage, or mobility. If we find a tooth that’s painful or compromised, we’ll perform an extraction with your approval, using a combination of local anesthesia, anti-inflammatory medication, and pain relief to keep your pet as comfortable as possible. Once the cleaning and any treatments are complete, your pet is closely monitored during recovery, and we’ll review our findings and go over any next steps with you.