Dental cleanings under anesthesia are the gold standard of veterinary dentistry. However, there are instances in which anesthesia can be avoided. LA QUALITY PET CARE Dentals are performed while your pet is awake. Therefore, we strive to create a fear-free, stress-free environment for all our patients. We believe that the experience for each pet begins at the door, that is why we make sure your pet feels comfortable and safe. There is a lot of touching, cuddling and socializing prior to beginning the procedure.

The LA QUALITY PET CARE Dental is composed of a four step process:

First: Comprehensive Veterinary Dental Exam
We begin with a comprehensive veterinary dental exam to determine if your pet is a good candidate for the non-anesthetic dental cleaning. Pets are taken to the treatment area and given a veterinary exam, they are then gently placed on their side while we perform a complete oral exam with full dental charting. If it is determined that your pet is not a candidate for a LA QUALITY PET CARE Dental, our on-site veterinarian will discuss those findings and options with you.

Second: Dental Scaling & Polishing
Under veterinary supervision, your pet will receive a thorough dental scaling of the buccal and lingual surfaces, going beneath the gumlines, using a combination of ultrasonic (water tipped) and hand scaling techniques. Lastly, each procedure finishes with a dental polish, which helps slow plaque accumulation and tartar buildup.

Third: Private Veterinary Consultation
Each client receives a private consultation with our veterinarian at the end of the exam/cleaning to discuss all of the findings and recommendations as well as address any additional health concerns.

Fourth: Dental & Healthcare Plan
Each patient has is given an individual assessment regarding their overall health as well as when they return for their next dental cleaning, and information regarding at home care.