Dental health is one of the most overlooked parts of pet care, and Middletown pet owners deserve straight answers about it. Montgomery Veterinary Hospital is a privately owned practice in Montgomery, NY, serving Middletown and Orange County. Dr. Melissa Grech-Attard, Dr. Jessica Fabiano, and our team offer oral exams, professional cleanings, and home-care advice. Learn more on our pet dental care page.
Most dental disease happens where you cannot see it. Plaque hardens into tartar, tartar pushes under the gumline, and the infection that follows can loosen teeth, damage the bone around them, and send bacteria into the bloodstream. Because dogs and cats are so good at hiding discomfort, a pet who is still eating and playing may already have painful problems at the roots.
That is why a proper assessment needs anesthesia. Under anesthesia we can examine every tooth, measure the pockets around them, and take dental X-rays when they are indicated. Brushing at home helps slow things down, but it cannot replace a professional cleaning. Our dental disease prevention page covers what you can do between visits, and our blog post on what happens during a professional dental cleaning walks through the process in more detail.
We want you to know what to expect before your pet comes in. A typical visit looks like this:
Our practice is Fear Free certified, so we keep handling calm and low stress from check-in to recovery. Details on dental cleanings and sedation dentistry are on our service pages.
Dental pain is easy to miss. Keep an eye out for:
Any one of these is a good reason to book an exam. Dental disease is progressive, and catching it early is almost always easier on your pet and your budget.
We welcome new patients from Middletown and across Orange County. A dental exam can be part of a regular wellness visit, or its own appointment if something has you concerned. If your pet gets stressed by clinic visits, ask us about our house call service.
We offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry, and discounts for qualifying seniors, military families, commuters, and multi-pet households. Ask our team for details, or see our financing page. Middletown pet owners may also like our spay and neuter page.
Contact our team or book online to schedule your pet’s dental exam.
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