Paws, Claws & Hooves Veterinary Center

Pet Dentist in West Richland, WA

If you are ready to begin pet dental cleaning for your pet, we want to help. Here at Paws, Claws and Hooves Veterinary Center in West Richland, WA, our veterinarian will treat pets, as well as livestock and show animals. Whether you have a pocket pet, such as a gerbil or guinea pig, or a large size dog like a Great Dane or German Shepherd, we have the dental services your pet needs.

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About our pet dental cleaning service

Getting your pet to the veterinarian for dental cleanings allows our vets Dr. Jennifer Corwin and Dr. Emily Weier to do a comprehensive oral exam. They can check for visual indicators of cancerous growths, traumatic injuries, open wounds, and infected gums. From here, a dental cleaning allows our vets to remove any tartar, bacteria, and debris that may be found in your pet’s mouth.

This is super beneficial in helping keep the overall level of bacteria down in an animal’s body. This is important when you have pets that suffer an oral injury. If they have a lot of bad bacteria or germs, this can get into the wound leading to serious conditions including sepsis, which is fatal. By maintaining good dental hygiene through regular pet dental cleaning, you are able to reduce such health risks.

Benefits of good dental care

Good dental care is essential for your pet’s overall health and well-being. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings help prevent common oral issues, while also reducing the risk of more serious health problems. These are some of the main benefits of maintaining good dental care for your pet:

  • Prevents bad breath and oral infections
  • Reduces the risk of tooth decay and gum disease
  • Promotes overall health and longevity
  • Prevents pain and discomfort from dental issues
  • Helps maintain strong, healthy teeth
  • Reduces the risk of heart, kidney, and liver disease
  • Improves your pet’s quality of life and well-being

What to expect from our service

The first step will be to put your pet under general anesthesia. This reduces the risk of injury to your pet or to our technicians and vets as we carry out the dental cleaning. After we do a visual exam of your pet’s mouth and gums, we will perform a digital x-ray if needed. This is to review for any underlying damage or concerns with gum and tooth development and alignment. From there we provide recommendations for any additional dental care or oral treatments that might be needed for the health of your pet.

Exclusive Extras

When you choose Paws, Claws and Hooves Veterinary Center for your pet’s dental cleaning, you have access to several other services. For starters, we offer a free nail trim with your pet’s first visit, as well as a mobile vaccine clinic and a drive-thru pet pharmacy. Join our pet community and bring your dog, cat, reptile, or other pet in for a pet dental cleaning today. Contact Paws, Claws, and Hooves Veterinary Center at 509-578-1729 today to schedule an appointment or book an appointment online.