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We are frequently asked about anesthesia-free pet dental cleanings. It involves performing a dental cleaning on a pet by scaling (cleaning and scraping) the pet’s teeth to the gumline without using general anesthesia.

The Marketing of Anesthesia-Free Pet Dental Cleanings

Marketing campaigns have primarily driven the popularity of anesthesia-free dentals. They promote this method as a less expensive alternative to dental cleanings performed under general anesthesia. Unfortunately, this popularity stems from misinformation about what proper dental cleaning entails. Marketers for anesthesia-free dental cleanings often fail to disclose what happens. In some cases, worsen a pet’s oral health. And in extreme cases, involve abuse and cruelty.

Pet owners looking to reduce the need for their pet to undergo general anesthesia might find the idea of anesthesia-free dental cleanings appealing. However, this procedure comes with numerous risks and issues. In our opinion, the risks outweigh any perceived benefits.

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