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Best Pet Teeth Cleaning Services In The Bay Area

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The best place for you to have your dog's teeth cleaned is at your trusted veterinarian. Your veterinarian will run blood work to ensure your pet is healthy enough for surgery. If your dog has to undergo anesthesia for any other reason, have the teeth cleaned at the same time to save your dog stress. If you are in the market for a good veterinarian, check out these bay area veterinarians who offer cleanings.

Hours: Mon - Fri - 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Sat - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Sun - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Price: Varies depending on procedure

Routine dental care is essential for your dog's health. Cathy Glahn, a general practitioner, works with the veterinarians at this clinic to ensure they are up to speed with the latest in veterinary dental care. Her vast knowledge and oral surgery credentials make this clinic worth checking out.Related: Keeping an eye on your pet's weight.
Preventive veterinary care also includes dentistry. The Irving Pet Hospital provides a routine dental exam and outlines a plan to care for your pet's teeth at home and through regular check ups. If necessary, the office provides teeth cleaning, x-rays and extractions. Dental procedures are done under anesthesia. Your canine friend will be carefully monitored.Related: Why you should microchip your pet in San Francisco. 
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Hours: Mon - Fri - 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.; 2 p..m. - 6 p.m.; Sat - 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Price: Varies depending on procedure

For more than 75 years, Blue Cross Pet Hospital has been providing San Francisco with quality pet care. They strive to ensure all of your veterinary needs can be met at one location. They carry the latest in medication. In addition to routine services, like teeth cleaning, they also bring in board certified surgeons for difficult procedures. The veterinarians at this establishment are committed to providing convenient and quality care.

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Hours: Mon-Fri - 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat - 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Price: Varies depending on procedure

The number one illness found in both dogs and cats is gum disease. The Sequoia Valley Animal Hospital recommends implementing a dental plan for your dog or cat at 1 year old. This includes regularly brushing the pet's teeth and getting an annual exam. Older and smaller animals are more prone to dental disease. Specialty dry food may help reduce plaque and tarter build up. If surgery is necessary, the staff offers quality and affordable care.

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Hours: Mon to Fri - 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Sat - 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Price: Varies depending on procedure

Balboa Pet Hospital is dedicated to providing quality and dependable care. For more than 60 years, the hospital has been serving the folks of San Francisco. Early detection and prevention is essential for maintaining your pet's health. The veterinarians take computerized x-rays of your pets mouth. This provides a deeper look into the mouth, gums and jaw. The trained and caring staff will safely perform teeth cleaning and extractions at a reasonable price if necessary.

Jennifer Azevedo is a writer living in San Francisco. Her work can be found at http://www.examiner.com/new-moms-in-san-francisco/jennifer-azevedo

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