Animal Health Veterinary Group Offers Special Promotion During National Pet Dental Health Month

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y., Feb. 05, 2017 -- Receive quality pet dental services from experienced veterinarians and staff at this animal hospital in Staten Island. In honor of National Pet Dental Health Month, pet owners can receive 20% off of necessary services during January and February at Animal Health Veterinary Group. Dental disease can impact many areas of pet health and cause significant discomfort. Begin a visit with a free pre-surgical exam for an assessment of any pet dental needs. This veterinarian in Staten Island offers a wide range of pet dental services and convenient times for needed pet dental care.

The most common dental problem seen in pets is periodontal disease. About 80 percent of all cats and dogs show symptoms of periodontal disease after they reach three years of age. The issue not only causes bad breath but can lead to serious health issues including kidney, liver and heart disease. Veterinarians encourage pet owners to look after the oral health needs of their pets to avoid this common concern.

This process of periodontal disease begins with plaque buildup. Dead bacteria from the plaque calcify and become calculus or tartar, creating a rough surface and developing into a substance that is more difficult to remove. Untreated plaque and a lack of consistent brushing or appropriate chewing can lead to gingivitis or gum inflammation and potential infection. Pain and tooth loss are results of the infection spreading to the tooth root or the jaw bone. New recommendations stress going beyond routine dental cleanings and support the need of good oral health starting from young puppies and kittens.

Advanced periodontal disease may result in the need to extract pet teeth. In cases of advanced periodontitis and tooth removal, pain medications and a course of antibiotics are prescribed. Pets are often back to playing and grooming without discomfort only a few days after such a procedure. Daily home care and tooth brushing can help prevent such oral health concerns.

“Pet owners should be aware of the importance of oral health care,” said Michael Arpino, D.V.M. “Pet owners can keep their pets healthy and pain-free with regular brushing and attention to routine and necessary pet dental needs.”

Michael Arpino, D.V.M, medical director and veterinarian at Animal Health Veterinary Group, serves pets and owners in Staten Island and Bayonne, New Jersey and surrounding areas at their two convenient locations on Castleton Avenue and Hyland Boulevard. The staff offers skilled, experienced and compassionate veterinary care to area pets. Services at Animal Health Veterinary Group include routine preventative care, general diagnosis and treatment, emergency care, and pet dental care.

Call (718) 448-3680 to learn about the pet dental services and the 20% discount until the end of February at Animal Health Veterinary Group or to schedule an appointment. Visit http://animalhealthgroup.com/ for more details.

Animal Health Veterinary Group, (718) 448-3680