Dental Disease and Your Pet

Did you know that of all dogs and cats, two years and older, 70 - 85% have some degree of periodontal disease? Dental disease is the most common illness encountered today in veterinary medicine today, affecting 8 out of 10 pets.

Unfortunately, it is also the most untreated disease.

Dental disease puts tremendous demands on your pet's organs, weakening the liver, kidneys and heart.

This additional stress can lessen your pet's quality of life and shorten life expectancy. Pets often go for years with painful gingivitis, fractured teeth or severe tooth root abscesses, without noticeable clinical signs to the owner.

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The Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park in Upper Marlboro, MD is a full service, companion animal hospital. It is our commitment to provide quality veterinary care throughout the life of your pet. Our services and facilities are designed to provide:

  • Routine preventive care and immunization for young, healthy pets
  • Early detection and treatment/prevention (including dietary management) of disease as your pet ages
  • Complete medical, surgical, and dental care.

We understand the special role your pet plays in your family and are dedicated to becoming your partner in your pet's health care.  At the Animal Medical Center of Watkins Park, we treat your pet as we would our own!

Our goal is to practice the highest quality medicine and surgery with compassion and an emphasis on client education. Our entire health care team is committed to providing personal attention to the unique concerns of each individual pet.

For all your pet health care needs, please contact us at (301)249-3030 or e-mail amcwp@yahoo.com.

 

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