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Dental experts say that routine dental cleaning is a vital part of preventive oral care. However, figuring out how much it costs can be tougher than getting rid of years of tartar buildup. Basic ...

Q: How do you feel about the new teeth cleaning procedure that doesn’t use anesthesia? My veterinarian doesn’t offer it and she says it’s not good for pets. I’m still looking around for someone who ...

Q: "My Shih Tzu is 12, has some minor health problems, but also has dental problems. Our veterinarian wants to clean and polish his teeth. I am worried about putting him under anesthesia at his age.