the Cost of Dental Care for Cats

My cat had standard tooth cleaning, de-scaling, broken tooth removal and testing performed. The cost for the cleaning, de-scaling and removal was around $500 dollars. The remaining fees were for anaesthesia, pre surgury testing, and antibiotics for after the procedure. They kept my pet overnight due to his advanced age.

I was very pleased with the results of this service. My cat began eating better due to the lessened discomfort and his breath was much improved. It was a little scary having to have him knocked out, but it went well. When I picked up my pet I was given, and shown how to use, a pet toothbrush and special toothpaste. I was told that brushing would help, but that my pet could still need additional cleanings down the line.

It is important to find a vet who does testing prior to having this procedure done. If your cat is old enough to have teeth issues, he may be old enough for organ problems. You should also make sure you have a good supply of wet food for after the cleaning. Our cat had to be on a soft diet for a week after we brought him home. The antiobiotics were used for 10 days following his return.