Dentistry

Dental Care at Eau Claire Animal Hospital

Preparing for your pet's dental procedure.

Give your pet their regular meal and medication the night before the dental procedure, and withhold all food after 9 p.m. Bring your pet to the hospital at your scheduled time to meet with a certified veterinary technician or veterinarian, who will answer any last-minute questions, address concerns, and have you sign consent forms. Don’t forget to bring any personal items from home to be placed with your pet. A discharge appointment to review home care instructions will also be scheduled at this time.

What happens during a professional dental procedure?

After admission, your pet will be examined by a veterinarian, and their medical records will be reviewed. An anesthetic protocol will be created to ensure a safe and smooth dental procedure and recovery, and your pet will be given a sedative to alleviate stress. A breathing tube will be placed into the trachea, and general anesthesia will be administered while your pet is prepped.

Depending on the type of procedure, your pet may be prepped with a short shave or surgical scrub and connected to anesthetic monitors. Oxygen levels, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature will be monitored throughout the procedure. A blanket warmer will be placed with your pet to keep them comfortable. A technician will monitor your pet during the entire procedure, post-dental care, and throughout the day.

After care at home

Most of our dental patients go home the same day at their scheduled discharge time. Keep your pet in a quiet, comfortable, dry, and stress-free location when they return home. At the discharge appointment, you will receive specific instructions based on your pet’s procedure.