11/10/2026
There is a common assumption that dental work matters less as pets get older. It is actually the opposite. 🦷
Dental disease builds over years, so the risk can increase as pets age. Waiting does not make it go away. It just gives the problem more time to grow.
Anesthesia is the concern we hear most, and it is a fair one. Pre-anesthetic bloodwork and careful monitoring help our team assess and manage anesthetic risk for older pets. We are always happy to talk through what that looks like for yours. 💙
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