Veterinary Oral Surgery and Ultrasonic Cleaner
in
Westwood and Pompton Lakes,
New Jersey
Oral health is essential to your pet’s overall well-being. The veterinarians at Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital use advanced techniques like ultrasonic cleaning for oral surgery to ensure thorough and precise removal of individual root teeth. This approach minimizes your pet’s discomfort and promotes a faster recovery. Oral surgery with ultrasonic cleaners represents the most current developments in veterinary dental care that prioritizes the health and comfort of animals. Pet owners in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, NJ, and the Tri-State area rely on us to provide caring oral surgery for their animal companions.
What Is an Ultrasonic Cleaner for Cats and Dogs?
Regular teeth cleaning is as important for pets as for their human companions. However, some issues require oral surgery to remedy, such as periodontal disease. As periodontal disease progresses, your pet’s teeth could loosen or break, and their gums might bleed. Other common dental diseases in dogs and cats that might require oral surgery include:
- Gingivitis
- Tooth fractures
- Tooth resorption (a condition that causes the tooth to break down from the inside out, often spreading to other parts of the tooth)
- Malocclusions (misalignment of teeth and jaw)
- Stomatitis (oral inflammation)
Pet owners want to address problematic teeth promptly. The veterinary dentists at Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital offer ultrasonic cleaning, a gentle and quick approach to oral surgery and teeth cleaning that reduces stress on your pet. It takes significantly less time than hand scaling.
Ultrasonic cleaners can prevent bacteria from lingering on teeth, which could potentially cause problems in the future, without damaging the enamel. Ultrasonic cleaning also removes plaque and tartar, strengthens gum health, and freshens breath. This ultrasonic cleaning may be all your pet needs, but it often is a preparatory step for oral surgery.
Ultrasonic Cleaning Process
Veterinarians perform a preliminary dental examination before conducting oral surgery with ultrasonic cleaners. Then, veterinarians conduct bloodwork to determine whether anesthesia is safe for your pet. Another anesthesia-assisted dental exam provides more insights into your pet’s teeth. If veterinary dentists suspect disease, they may conduct dental X-rays to understand better your pet’s oral health. Dental X-rays are provided at our Westwood location.
Ultrasonic cleaning uses a handheld instrument called a scaler designed specifically for dogs’ and cats’ teeth. You might hear the procedure also referred to as ultrasonic scaling. Before applying the scaler, veterinary dentists remove larger pieces of tartar with a separate instrument. This helps speed up the process.
Next, they move the scaler gently across the teeth and just below the gum line. The vibrations that the scaler generates will remove plaque and tarter. Other tools can also help remove plaque and tartar below the gum line. The process will be longer if tartar buildup is especially heavy. Veterinary dentists will apply water before scaling to reduce the possibility of enamel or gum damage.
After removing excess plaque and tartar with soft cotton gauze, veterinary dentists can then perform oral surgery, as necessary. They might conduct extractions to remove diseased or problematic teeth or stitch the gums. Once these procedures are complete, they can polish the teeth and examine the gums for pockets. If pockets are present, they will apply an antibiotic to restore the gums. Any other abnormalities are added to your pet’s dental record for continuous monitoring.
What to Expect After Oral Surgery and Ultrasonic Cleaning
Recovery from ultrasonic cleaning is generally fast but will be longer if pets require oral surgery. Veterinarians may prescribe antibiotics if your pet has periodontal disease and provide instructions for routine dental care to minimize the possibility of future concerns. Follow-up appointments are often necessary for dogs and cats with more serious dental conditions. For pets with periodontal disease, veterinarians often schedule follow-ups one month after ultrasonic cleaning.
Cat and Dog Dental Surgery in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, New Jersey
Pet owners trust the compassionate team at Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital. We leverage advanced technologies for better insights into your pet’s health, more accurate results, and smoother recoveries, all while ensuring your pet’s comfort. Specialized care options recognize the unique health situations of every animal and the concerns of their human companions.
As animal lovers, we ensure your pet has a comfortable experience when undergoing oral surgery. If your dog or cat must stay overnight, we provide them ample space. Experienced veterinary technicians watch over your pets all night, and you can call in the middle of the night to check in on your beloved furry friend.
Schedule a Veterinary Dental Appointment Today
For reliable veterinary services in Westwood and Pompton Lakes, NJ, and the Tri-State area, trust Westwood Regional Veterinary Hospital and Pompton Lakes Animal Hospital. We offer comprehensive dental care, including oral surgery with ultrasonic cleaners. Contact us today to book an appointment.
Service Available At:
Westwood
- 346 Kinderkamack Rd.
Westwood, NJ 07675 - 201-885-5040
- Monday to Sunday: 9 AM to 10 PM
Pompton
- 9 Cannonball Rd. Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442
- 973-835-4774
- Monday – Thursday: 10 AM – 8 PM
Friday: 12 PM – 9 PMSaturday: 10 AM – 2 PMSunday: Closed