HOW DO VETS TREAT DENTAL DISEASE?
Your vet might recommend an operation under general anaesthetic to treat your cat’s dental disease.While your cat is asleep, your vet will closely examine each tooth and record their findings on a dental chart (similar to the one your dentist fills in each time they look in your mouth). Dental x-rays allow your vet to check the health of your cat’s tooth roots and see which teeth need extracting.
Cats often need soft food and painkillers for a few days after their dental.They may need antibiotics if they had any teeth removed or signs of a mouth infection.Within a week, most cats resume eating their usual diet.
Many people report that their cat seems much happier after dental treatment (even if they hadn’t previously been aware of a problem with their cat’s mouth).This shows what a positive impact a comfortable, healthy mouth can have on your cat’s general well-being.