Pet Dental Care In Mt Pleasant SC

Dentistry and oral care for our pets is one of the fastest-growing areas of pet health care. Why? Because pets, like people, benefit from regular dental check-ups and cleanings. Research has shown a link between the health of your pet’s mouth and the rest of their body. That’s why Shuler Veterinary Clinic emphasizes the importance of consistent dental over your the course of your pet’s life.

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Shuler Veterinary Clinic offers comprehensive pet dental care in Mt Pleasant SC, including assessment of the health of your pet’s teeth, following by a cleaning. After the initial evaluation and imaging (as needed), we use a modern and safe combination of ultrasonic and hand-scaling techniques to ensure cleaning above and below your pet’s gum line. A fluoride-infused polish is then applied to create a smooth, lustrous tooth surface that is more resistant to tarter build-up. A barrier sealant is then applied to the gum line to slow plaque and tarter accumulation.

When a tooth problem is encountered that may require more advanced treatment, we offer a variety of treatment options. Interceptive dental techniques, like root planing or perioceutic treatments such as doxirobe (a time-released antibiotic gel) can be employed to try and save certain teeth. If a tooth cannot be salvaged, we extract it using our safe and efficient high-speed dental equipment, followed by closure of the socket with bacteria-resistant suture material. We perform standard pre- and post-extraction x-ray films to ensure complete removal and can even place bone grafting material to speed healing. As part of this process, pain prevention is foremost in our thoughts, and we deploy a multimodal approach for pain control throughout the procedure, into the recovery phase, and beyond.

We also work closely with several Board Certified pet dentists in our area for more complex procedure referrals including endodontics and root canals.

after veterinary dog dental carebefore canine dental care
after veterinary dog dental carebefore canine dental care

Shuler Veterinary Clinic offers comprehensive pet dental care in Mt Pleasant SC, including assessment of the health of your pet’s teeth, following by a cleaning. After the initial evaluation and imaging (as needed), we use a modern and safe combination of ultrasonic and hand-scaling techniques to ensure cleaning above and below your pet’s gum line. A fluoride-infused polish is then applied to create a smooth, lustrous tooth surface that is more resistant to tarter build-up. A barrier sealant is then applied to the gum line to slow plaque and tarter accumulation.

When a tooth problem is encountered that may require more advanced treatment, we offer a variety of treatment options. Interceptive dental techniques, like root planing or perioceutic treatments such as doxirobe (a time-released antibiotic gel) can be employed to try and save certain teeth. If a tooth cannot be salvaged, we extract it using our safe and efficient high-speed dental equipment, followed by closure of the socket with bacteria-resistant suture material. We perform standard pre- and post-extraction x-ray films to ensure complete removal and can even place bone grafting material to speed healing. As part of this process, pain prevention is foremost in our thoughts, and we deploy a multimodal approach for pain control throughout the procedure, into the recovery phase, and beyond.

We also work closely with several Board Certified pet dentists in our area for more complex procedure referrals including endodontics and root canals.

Dental Care FAQs

On average, most dogs only need it every 1 to 2 years, but some small breeds require cleanings every 6 months. Shuler Veterinary Clinic offers comprehensive pet dental care in Mt Pleasant SC, and surrounding areas.

Daily brushing is effective but requires a commitment. We sell chicken-flavored tooth paste and finger brushes for this purpose. SVC also offers a complete line of home oral care products including CET chews, water additives, and oral rinses to aid in preventing tarter accumulation and “dog breath”.
  • Pets can develop oral disease as early as 6 months of age.
  • By age three, 80% of pets have periodontal disease.
  • Fractured or damaged teeth can lead to infections of the gums and organ systems.
  • Retained baby teeth can crowd permanent ones, trapping bacteria and leading to tooth loss.
  • Advancing periodontal disease poses health risks such as an increased chance of heart, liver, and kidney disease as well as complications from diabetes (increased insulin resistance).