Pet Dental Center

Whether your pet needs a simple dental cleaning or advanced treatment of diseased teeth, Pet Dental Center will make sure your pet has a healthy pain-free mouth. As the standards of veterinary care evolve, dentistry has become a primary focus for general wellness care and improving the quality of life for pets. This evolution has increased the demand for advanced veterinary training and expertise in dentistry to properly diagnose and treat oral diseases in pets. Dr. Wade Gingerich, board-certified in dentistry and oral surgery, and the highly trained staff at the Pet Dental Center have the knowledge and expertise necessary to meet this demand. Dr. Gingerich and his support staff have the highest levels of training in veterinary dentistry and anesthesia. We believe that communication is the key to providing a positive experience for you and your pet. Each new patient of the Pet Dental Center will receive an oral exam by Dr. Gingerich who will then discuss the treatment options including risks and benefits. Call today to schedule your pet for a consultation. * Root Canal Therapy In the past, dogs and cats would have teeth extracted if dental fractures or other causes of endodontic disease were present. Today, veterinary dentists have employed the same treatments used for years to treat humans with endodontic diseases (root canal or vital pulp therapy). In addition, teeth treated with endodontic therapies can be restored (prosthodontics) with full crowns made of titanium alloys, ceramics or zirconium. Together, these treatments can help our pets and working dogs maintain oral function long after significant dental disease occurs. * Periodontal Surgery Periodontal disease is the most common dental disease of pets. Caused by bacterial plaque, periodontal disease typically progresses slowly throughout life. Without daily brushing and annual professional care, periodontal disease can progress rapidly, especially in dogs and cats. In addition, some breeds carry genetic and conformational predispositions to early or aggressive development of periodontal disease. As for all dental diseases in veterinary patients, dental extractions have been the traditional method of treatment. Today, veterinary dentists are able to save some teeth with severe periodontal disease using advanced surgical techniques and bone grafting materials. * Orthodontic Treatments Historically, the solution for most malocclusions in dogs and cats has been to extract any tooth or teeth causing a painful bite. Today, veterinary dentists are able to employ orthodontic techniques, which correct malocclusions and restore a functional pain-free bite. Most orthodontic procedures will require application of some type of appliance, which requires general anesthesia for placement and removal as well as restrictions to some chewing activities and providing daily hygiene care. Orthodontics can provide highly successful treatment options for pets suffering from painful malocclusions.