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Dentistry
Professional dental cleaning is needed when periodontal disease is present. Your pet's teeth are examined at each annual visit, and may need to be examined if you notice a problem or concern with your pet's mouth. The veterinarian will indicate if a dental cleaning is necessary. Every professional dental cleaning starts with a review of the patient's general health and any previous dental history. For a thorough, safe dental cleaning in veterinary patients, anesthesia is essential, as this permits a comprehensive assessment of the tissues, allows dental radiographs to be made when indicated, followed by the cleaning (scaling and polishing procedure) itself above and below the gum-line. Signs of oral and dental disease in dogs and cats: Bad breath. Loose teeth or teeth that are discolored or covered in tartar. Your pet shies away from you when you touch the mouth area.Drooling or dropping food from the mouth. Bleeding from the mouth. Loss of appetite or loss of weight (this combination can result from diseases of many organs, and early veterinary examination is important). Your pet will go home the same day of the dental procedure with instructions for home-care and at-home preventative maintenance. |
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Laser Surgery
Our veterinarians are trained to perform numerous soft tissue surgical procedures. A range of soft tissue surgeries can be performed in our clinic including spay, neuter, declaw, hematoma repair, tumor removal, skin growth removal, and biopsies. We also perform more advanced surgeries including eye enucleation, entropion repair, cherry eye pocket surgery, and cystotomy. Our surgical technique includes use of a surgical CO2 laser which replaces the need for a scalpel blade during surgery. The laser generates and intense beam of light that cuts and seals tissue. This means less blood lost during surgery, less pain and swelling after surgery, and overall improved recovery for your pet. Your pet's safety before, during, and after anesthesia is a top priority for our veterinarians. Anesthesia is administered using endotracheal intubation, and is monitored closely while your pet undergoes the surgical procedure. An anesthesia plan is established using your pet's history, physical exam findings, medical tests, and knowledge of the planned procedure. Monitoring is key to successful anesthesia. Your pet will be monitored during the procedure using electrocardiography (EKG), heart rate, heart rhythm, pulse strength, blood pressure, and more. Your pet will also be monitored during the recovery period as it wakes up from anesthesia to ensure patient comfort, reduce fear, and prevent injury. |
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Radiology
Radiographs, commonly known as x-rays, assist our veterinarians with diagnosing abnormalities in the skeletal, cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, reproductive, and urinary systems. Digital radiology allows us to take and interpret images more rapidly and accurately. This technology also allows us to easily share the radiographs with you right away. |
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In-house Diagnostics
We offer in-house blood-work with our Idexx software! With our in-house equipment, we are able to give clients results within 20 minutes, leading to a quicker diagnosis and faster treatment time. Ask us about our wellness screenings with your next annual exam! |