Pet Dental Care

Caring for your pet's oral health goes beyond just their smile—it's vital for their overall well-being. Here at our Metro Paws Animal Hospital, we're passionate about ensuring every aspect of your furry friend's health is in top shape, including their teeth and gums. During each physical exam, we pay close attention to your animal’s oral health, checking for any signs of dental disease.

Pet Dental Exams & Cleanings

Beyond the discomfort of dental issues, untreated gum infections can lead to serious complications like heart and kidney disease. That's why we offer thorough dental cleanings and exams under anesthesia.

Our experienced veterinary team not only cleans your pet's teeth but also investigates for any deep infections, removes painful loose or diseased teeth, and treats gum disease to ensure your pet's comfort and health. Additionally, our digital dental radiography allows us to visualize below the gumline for a comprehensive assessment.

SCHEDULE A DENTAL CLEANING

If you notice any of the signs listed above, contact us to schedule an appointment. After we examine your pet, we will offer a price estimate and help you schedule their dental procedure.

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Prevention is Key to Dental Disease

Preventing dental disease is the best cure! If you see any of the following signs in your dog or cat, it would be a good time to bring your pet in for a dental examination.

 

  • Bad breath
  • Swollen, bright red gums
  • Pawing at their face and mouth
  • Brown/yellow crust along the gum line
  • Dropping food while eating
  • Excessive drooling
  • Eating less
  • Increased irritability
  • Reluctance to play with toys
  • Less active than usual
  • Increased sleeping

Download our Pet Dental Care & Oral Health client education piece for details on our dental exams, anesthetic and non-anesthetic dental procedures, and at-home dental care.

Why Your Pet Needs a Dental Exam

Not sure if your pet needs a dental checkup? Look for these signs, which indicate not just poor oral hygiene, but also poor health:

  • Bad breath
  • Red and swollen gums
  • Excessive drooling
  • Dropping food while eating (could indicate oral pain)
  • Yellow/brown buildup on the teeth
  • Pawing at mouth
  • Change in behavior (sleeping more often, reluctant to play with chew toys)
  • Decreased appetite, weight loss
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At-Home DENTAL CARE

We're committed to empowering our fellow pet owners with the proper brushing techniques for cats and dogs, enabling your pet to maintain better oral hygiene between visits. We also offer an extensive selection of at-home pet dental care products via our online pharmacy.

Consider us your trusted partners in your pet's health and well-being. If you need anything from us, feel free to contact us today or book an appointment with one of our veterinarians.

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Clients love Metro Paws Animal Hospital

Hands down best veterinary practice in Dallas. Wonderfully caring staff, and Dr. Sarpong is a top-notch doctor.

– Cindy B.

I recommend this location to anyone looking for a life time vet! Dr. Lavender is outstanding, she really took the time to care for my pet like no other, any questions or concerns were all taken care of as well with ease! This facility has been nothing but helpful to not only me but my pet. This staff pays close attention to you and any needs your pet may have. Customer service is excellent and they update you on your pet very frequently. Thank you so much Metro Paws [Animal Hospital] Family of Oak Cliff!!

– Brandon M.

Hands down the best. I have been to many other vets in Dallas (and Austin) - these folks actually care. Doctors / Medical staff are great, and the front office staff are so helpful as well! Thank you for being a trusted part of the pet-loving community, Metro Paws Animal Hospital ❤️

– Sophie M.

Dr. Lauren Strazdis is phenomenal. She has been treating our deaf, partially blind and slightly neurological foster puppy. Her professionalism and bedside manner are truly first class. My dog is an extremely difficult K9 patient and I trust her blindly. Don’t think twice about going to see her. Even through Covid she has made our experience exceptional.

– Kent B.

There are not enough words to express how wonderful Dr. Donaldson is as a veterinarian. She is one of the most knowledgeable, friendly and most importantly, compassionate people I have had the pleasure of meeting. If you need the absolute best care for your pets, Metro Paws Animal Hospital - Oak Cliff is the place to go!

– Matthew S.

I love this office. The staff are so friendly and understanding. I'm a doting dog mom who gets nervous even when I just need to take my dog to get annual shots, but I know I'm in great hands. We love Dr. Badamo who is now primarily at the Oak Cliff location, but all of the vets and assistants we've met have been lovely. They are attentive and I don't feel rushed during each consultation. They treat my dog with love and check on him after any procedures or shots to make sure he's doing okay. I would recommend them to any and all animal owners.

– Anne M.

I was so worried about going to the vet in a pandemic, but Metro Paws Animal Hospitals has a totally contactless system that blew me away. Seriously they were so organized and thorough I felt both safe, and also felt like my pet got proper care. Bravo.

– Matthew R.