Pet Dental Treatments in Vancouver

At Salmon Creek Veterinary Clinic, we know that your pet’s oral health is as important for pets as it is for people. Comprehensive dental care plays a vital role in your pet’s overall quality of life, helping to prevent diseases, pain, tooth loss, and serious health concerns. Our pet care team provides advanced oral health assessment and dental treatment in line with AAHA, AVMA, and AVDC recommendations tailored to your pet’s needs. From annual anesthetized teeth cleaning, charting, and digital dental x-rays to surgical intervention when necessary, we want them to have a healthy mouth so they can enjoy a happy life with you!

Dental Cleaning For Cats

Dental disease is one of the most common health problems affecting cats. From gingivitis to tooth resorption, inflammation and pain can be a daily occurrence. At our clinic, we provide professional dental cleanings for cats to remove plaque and tartar, as well as identify more serious problems that can be missed on routine “awake” examinations. Regular dental care not only keeps your cat’s breath fresh, but it can also help prevent infections, tooth loss, and potential health issues affecting the heart, liver, and kidneys. Our veterinary team uses safe, gentle techniques combined with thorough communication with you to ensure the best care for your beloved pet.

Dental Cleaning For Dogs

Like people, dogs need regular dental care to keep their teeth and gums healthy. While dogs are a little more tolerant of daily brushing at home than cats, gingivitis and periodontal disease are still found in 80% of dogs by the age of one year! Our Complete Oral Health Assessment and Treatment (COHAT) ultrasonically removes plaque, tartar, and the bacteria that cause them from above and below the gumline. We also thoroughly inspect the entire mouth for other potential problems. This helps prevent advanced periodontal disease, tooth loss, chronic pain, and infection–which can affect other organs such as the heart, liver, kidneys, and even joints! Our veterinary staff focuses on fear-free, gentle care of your pet while they are with us so they can live a joy-filled life with you!

Before & After Teeth Cleaning

Results may vary due to the treatment needs

What's Included in Our Dental Cleaning

At Salmon Creek Veterinary Clinic, we do a thorough dental exam of your pet’s oral health while cleaning.

Should we find any issues, we will discuss them with you and offer treatment options for your pet. We are experienced in dental treatments and specialize in many types of dental procedures and oral surgeries.

Oral examination under anesthesia
Diagnosis and treatment of periodontal disease
Supragingival & subgingival ultrasonic scaling
Tooth extractions
Polishing
Irrigation & Rising

Oral Surgery For Pets

Sometimes dental disease or injury requires more than just a cleaning. Our veterinary team provides a full range of oral surgery services for pets:

Tooth extractions
Gum repairs
Advanced periodontal disease
Oral tumors
Abscess & infections
Oral injuries

Each procedure is performed with your pet’s comfort and safety as our top priority, using modern anesthesia and pain management to minimize stress and support healing.

Signs of Pet Dental Problems

Signs of dental problems in pets often develop quietly, but there are clear indicators to watch for:

Bad breath – often one of the earliest indicators
Yellowish-brown tartar along the gumline
Red, swollen, or bleeding gums
Pain or bleeding when eating or when the mouth is touched
Decreased appetite or difficulty chewing food
Loose or missing teeth

If your dog or cat is showing any of these symptoms, their overall health and comfort may already be affected, and you should call us immediately to schedule an exam.

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At-Home Pet Dental Care

Keeping your pet’s teeth clean at home is one of the best ways to protect their long-term health. Regular tooth brushing is the most effective method to prevent plaque buildup, reduce the risk of gingivitis, and extend the time between professional dog and cat teeth cleanings at our Vancouver veterinary clinic. Daily or weekly brushing not only improves your pet’s oral health but also supports their overall well-being.

If you are unsure of how to brush your pet’s teeth, please ask a knowledgeable member of the staff at Salmon Creek Veterinary Clinic for instructions. We are happy to help!

Looking for a good local dentist for yourself?

Dr. Polly Martin believes in good oral health not only for your four legged family members, but also for herself, her family and her Salmon Creek Veterinary team. That’s why she personally recommends you experience the exceptional care she receives at Sleep Dentistry of Vancouver. She has been a patient of Sleep Dentistry for more than 14 years. Sleep Dentistry of Vancouver is located just down the street on Highway 99 near the Fred Meyer. You can connect with them at Sleep Dentistry West Vancouver or call them at (360) 800-6609. Thank you for supporting local businesses.