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Just like in humans, dental health plays a massive role in your pet’s overall well-being.
DENTAL CARE
VETERINARY DENTAL CARE & FREE DENTAL HEALTH CHECKS IN TOWNSVILLE
Dental disease is one of the most common medical conditions veterinarians treat, yet it is often completely overlooked because pets are masters at hiding chronic discomfort. At Townsville Veterinary Clinic, we are dedicated to helping local pet owners identify the early signs of dental issues before they impact your pet’s quality of life.
Our clinic is passionate about oral hygiene, which is why we focus on preventative care and provide practical, straightforward solutions to keep your dog or cat’s mouth healthy and pain-free.
UNDERSTANDING DENTAL DISEASE IN DOGS AND CATS
Over 80% of dogs over three years of age show visible signs of dental disease, and a vast majority of cats suffer from similar oral health challenges. When food particles, bacteria, and saliva accumulate on the teeth, they form a sticky layer of plaque. If left untreated, this plaque hardens into unsightly brown tartar, which drives painful inflammation beneath the gumline.
THE HIDDEN SIGNS OF ORAL DISCOMFORT
A common misconception among pet owners is that an animal with dental pain will stop eating. In reality, a pet’s instinct to survive means they will continue to swallow food even if they are suffering from severe oral infections. However, there are subtle clues you can look out for at home:
OUR FREE DENTAL HEALTH CHECKS ALL YEAR ROUND
To help Townsville families stay on top of oral hygiene, we offer free dental health checks for small animals all year round.
While our veterinarians always inspect your pet's mouth during their routine vaccinations and six-monthly wellness checks, you can book a free dental health check at any time without a general consultation fee. These free assessments are primarily run by our experienced veterinary nursing team. If one of our veterinarians is unbooked at that time, we will seamlessly slot your appointment sideways to them to ensure your pet gets an immediate expert evaluation.
OUR COMPREHENSIVE DENTAL TREATMENTS
Should our team identify tartar accumulation or underlying dental issues, we will recommend an in-hospital dental treatment. To perform a thorough clinical evaluation and treatment safely, these procedures are carried out in our main treatment area under general anaesthesia.
Our small animal dental services include:
WHY SAFE GENERAL ANAESTHESIA IS ESSENTIAL
We understand that many owners worry about general anaesthesia, but it is the only way to deliver an effective and pain-free dental treatment. Animals cannot sit still or keep their mouths open for a scaling tool. Anaesthesia allows us to place a safe airway tube, protecting your pet from inhaling bacteria-laden mist while ensuring they remain completely unconscious and free from stress.
To make every dental procedure as safe as possible, we integrate pre-anaesthetic blood testing, custom-tailored intravenous (IV) fluid therapy to support blood pressure, and advanced monitoring protocols throughout the treatment.
Is your pet due for an oral check-up? Contact Townsville Veterinary Clinic on 07 4779 0233 to book a free nurse dental check and ensure your pet enjoys a clean, healthy mouth.
