At Heartland Veterinary Hospital, we know that your pet's vibrant health starts with a healthy mouth. It might be surprising to learn that dental disease is one of the most common—and often overlooked—problems we see in pets. While bad breath might seem like just a nuisance, it's frequently a sign of underlying discomfort and infection that can affect your pet's entire body, from their heart to their kidneys.
That's why we go beyond a simple cleaning. Our advanced digital dental radiography (dental X-rays) is a critical tool that allows us to see what’s happening below the gumline, where the most serious problems hide. Just like in human dentistry, a significant portion of a tooth's structure is hidden from view. These detailed images allow us to accurately assess the underlying pathology causing dental disease, and our experienced team uses this information to expertly treat painful areas of infection, abscesses, and tooth instability that would otherwise go undetected.
Our care doesn't end with the procedure. We believe in a proactive, team-based approach to oral health. We will work with you to create a comprehensive prevention program tailored to your pet's needs. This plan combines professional in-hospital scaling and polishing with effective at-home therapies designed to maintain that fresh-from-the-vet feeling.
So, when the breath doesn’t smell like it used to and the kisses aren’t so sweet, let us help restore oral health and comfort. We are proud to offer a range of veterinary-recommended products—from prescription diets and water additives to special chews and toothbrushes—to make at-home care easier.
We have recommended products that you can shop for here.
Additionally, many of these products we recommend are also available at our online pharmacy.