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Steps of the Dental Prophy

A complete dental prophy involves many steps...

Anesthesia is administered through an I.V. catheter. 

An endotracheal tube is placed in your pet's trachea so gas anesthesia can be administered and the airway is kept free of debris.

An oral exam is performed in your pet's mouth.

The entire mouth and any abnormalities are charted and recorded. 

I.V. fluids are administered throughout the procedure.

The gums around the teeth are probed for periodontal pocket depth.

Large deposits of tartar are chipped off.

The teeth are scaled with an ultrasonic scaler.  The ultrasonic vibrations loosen tartar without harming the teeth.

The tooth surface above the gum is scaled and made smooth.

The teeth are polished to repair any microscopic defects in the enamel and leave the surface smooth.

The teeth are rinsed with an antiseptic fluid above and below the gum line.

Fluoride foam is applied to the teeth to seal and protect the enamel. 

Your pet goes home with a new smile!