Dog Dentist in Essex – Dog Dental Care at Ivy Lodge Vets
Keeping your dog’s teeth clean and healthy is an important part of keeping them happy and pain-free. At Ivy Lodge Veterinary Clinic in Brentwood, Essex, we provide general dog dentistry, including dental health checks, ultrasonic scaling and polishing, and tooth extractions when needed.
Whether your dog has bad breath, visible tartar, or is simply due a routine dental check-up, our team is here to help.
Dog Dental Care in Brentwood, Essex
Our vets and nurses have plenty of experience in dental care for dogs. We use modern equipment and gentle, caring handling to make your dog’s visit as comfortable and stress-free as possible.
At Ivy Lodge Vets we provide:
- Routine dental health checks for dogs
- Ultrasonic scaling and polishing
- Tooth extractions where needed
- Pain relief and tailored aftercare
- Advice on home brushing and dental diets
Dog Dentist Services & Prices
| SERVICE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Dental Deciduous (baby tooth) Extraction | £50.00 |
| Dental Scale and Polish Add-On | £150.00 |
| Dental Stage 1 – Scale + Polish Only (not including *GA) | £250.00 |
| Dental Stage 2 – S & P + 1-4 Extractions (not including *GA) | £350.00 |
| Dental Stage 3 – S & P + 5-8 Extractions (not including *GA) | £450.00 |
| Dental Stage 4 – S & P + 9+ Extractions (not including *GA) | £550.00 |
*GA = General Anesthetics
If you’re looking for a dog dentist in Essex, Ivy Lodge Vets offers everything your dog needs under one roof.
Signs Your Dog May Need a Dental Check
Dogs are very good at hiding pain, so dental disease can be more advanced than it looks.
Book a dental check with our team in Brentwood if you notice:
- Bad breath (halitosis)
- Yellow or brown tartar on the teeth
- Red or bleeding gums
- Drooling or pawing at the mouth
- Dropping food while eating
- Eating more slowly or only on one side
- Swelling around the face or jaw
- Swelling around the face or jaw
Early treatment helps prevent more serious problems, including infections and tooth loss.
Scaling and Polishing for Dogs in Essex
A scale and polish is one of the most effective ways to improve your dog’s dental health.
At Ivy Lodge Vets we use ultrasonic scaling, similar to a human dental clean, to gently remove plaque and tartar build-up from the teeth. After scaling, each tooth is polished to smooth the surface and slow down future plaque accumulation.
Because dogs won’t stay still with their mouth open for a full dental procedure, a scale and polish is performed under general anaesthetic.
This allows us to:
- Clean above and below the gum line
- Thoroughly inspect all teeth
- Provide a safe and pain-free experience for your dog
Before any anaesthetic, your dog will receive a pre-anaesthetic health check, and in many cases we’ll recommend blood tests to check their general health.
Tooth Extractions for Dogs
Sometimes teeth are too damaged or diseased to save. In these cases, extraction is often the kindest option to remove pain and prevent infection.
Your dog may need extractions if they have:
- Advanced periodontal (gum) disease
- Loose or fractured teeth
- Tooth root abscesses
- Severe wear or decay
- Retained baby teeth
At Ivy Lodge Vets we perform dog tooth extractions under general anaesthetic with appropriate pain relief before, during and after the procedure.
In more complex cases, we may perform surgical extractions where the tooth is carefully sectioned and removed to minimise trauma. Your dog will go home with tailored pain relief and feeding instructions, and we’ll arrange a follow-up check to ensure their mouth is healing comfortably.
Preventative Dog Dental Care and Home Brushing
Good dental care doesn’t stop when your dog leaves the clinic. Preventative care at home can significantly slow the build-up of plaque and tartar.
Our team can advise on:
- Tooth brushing for dogs – which toothbrush and paste to use, and how to introduce brushing gradually
- Dental diets and chews that support oral health
- Regular dental health checks to catch issues early
We’re always happy to demonstrate brushing techniques and create a realistic home-care plan that suits you and your dog.
Dog Dental Check-Ups at Ivy Lodge Vets
Routine dental checks are a simple way to protect your dog’s oral health.
We can assess:
- Teeth and gums
- Presence of tartar and plaque
- Any broken, missing or worn teeth
- Signs of infection, swelling or pain
From there, we’ll discuss whether your dog would benefit from a scale and polish, further investigation, or if simple home care and monitoring is enough for now.
Book a Dog Dental Appointment in Essex
If you’re searching for a dog dentist in Essex or you’re worried about your dog’s teeth, we’re here to help.
Contact Us Today
Call Ivy Lodge Veterinary Clinic in Brentwood to book a dental health check, scale and polish, or tooth extraction consultation for your dog.
Let’s keep your dog’s mouth clean, comfortable and healthy – so they can eat, play and enjoy life to the full.