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Dental Care and Disease

Your veterinarian will have inspected your pet's teeth at the time of examination. They may have found plaque, tartar, gingivitis or even periodontitis.

California Veterinary Hospital

4 minutes read

10 months ago

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some questions that are frequently asked.

We recommend annual and semi-annual wellness exams for most pets. Proactive exams every 6 months are recommended, especially for older pets, to monitor their health, catch potential issues early, and reassess chronic health conditions.