Why We Perform Dog and Cat Dental X-Rays in Spring, TX
Every tooth has a story to tell, and 60% of that story lies below your pet’s gum line. When we look at your pet’s teeth with just our eyes, we only see one side of the story. And even clean, sparkling white teeth can hide an uncomfortable condition that’s affecting your pet. The only way to accurately assess your pet’s oral health is to view each tooth in its entirety, and that requires X-ray imaging to view the tooth roots. At Houston Pet Dental, we perform dog and cat dental X-rays before every dental cleaning, because we know that the varieties of known diseases may be hiding below the surface. Using radiographs is a key tool as part of your annual cleanings.
Not all veterinarians perform dental x-rays, so be sure to ask!
Find out how healthy your pet’s mouth really is. Call Houston Pet Dental at (832) 702-7599 or schedule a free initial exam online.
How We X-Ray Your Pet’s Teeth
Dental X-ray exams are non-invasive and stress-free. While your dog or cat is under anesthesia, our team will use our dental X-ray equipment to obtain images of all your pet’s teeth, along with the adjacent supporting bone. The resulting images (radiographs) can reveal the full story of your pet’s oral health, either confirming a clean bill of health below the gum line or showing underlying disease.
Some examples of issues our dental X-ray can detect include:
- Periodontal disease
- Tooth resorption
- Tooth decay
- Tooth fractures
- Jawbone fractures
- Cavities
- Abscesses
- Abnormal tooth structure
- Resorptive lesions
- Oral tumors
- Oral cancer
- Impacted and retained tooth roots
- Congenital birth defects
Dog and Cat Dental X-Rays Ensure Treatment for Hidden Issues
Many dogs and cats live with some form of periodontal disease without showing outward signs of pain, but over time, the condition can become debilitating and lead to chronic illness and complete tooth loss. But we can’t treat what we can’t see, which is why dog and cat dental X-rays are essential for every patient. This ensures that we leave no stone unturned to help your pet live a comfortable, healthy life.
Houston Pet Dental is here to answer all your dental-related questions about your pet and give them the healthy, pain-free smile they deserve. Call (832) 702-7599 or schedule online for a free initial exam!