Pittwater Animal Hospital Dental Program
If your pet has had a scale and polish under general anaesthetic (GA) at Pittwater Animal Hospital, they automatically become part of our Dental Program.
Over ten years ago, we reviewed our dental care and created a better way to support lifelong oral health for dogs and cats. We found that Dental Month (August and September) encouraged many owners to treat dental disease when a discount was offered. To make this benefit available year-round, we introduced the PAH Dental Program.
How it works:
Any pet who has had a dental procedure at PAH will continue to receive at least $110 off scale and polish procedures for life.
Our aim: fewer mouths like this…
and more mouths like this…..
Ongoing Dental Care
Some pets — particularly certain dog breeds and senior cats — need a scale and polish under GA every 12 months to keep their mouth healthy. Others can maintain good dental health with home care, including:
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✅ Daily tooth brushing with a pet-specific toothbrush and toothpaste
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✅ Dental wipes
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✅ Dental chews or diets designed to reduce plaque and tartar
Dudley the Jack Russell x Pug now has sparkling clean teeth thanks to daily dental wipes.
Neville, a 14-year-old Fox Terrier, has had yearly dentals since he was one year old — keeping his mouth comfortable and healthy.
Breeds Prone to Dental Disease
Some dogs are more likely to develop dental problems, including:
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Fox Terriers
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Jack Russells
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Cavoodles
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Cavaliers
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Maltese
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Schnauzers
Without regular dental care, these breeds are at higher risk of early tooth loss, infection, and painful gum disease.
Cats can also suffer from serious issues such as
Tooth root disease and cavities in a cat
Gingivitis – (inflamed gums) in a cat.
Booking Your Pet’s Dental Procedure
To book your pet for a dental procedure under GA:
Book now: 9913 7979
Message us through the website or email reception@pittvets.au
We can send you a personalised estimate for your pet’s procedure. Dentals are performed Monday to Friday, with drop-off at 7:45 am and discharge in the early afternoon.
If your pet hasn’t had a check-up in the last month, we’ll do a pre-dental exam on the morning of the procedure. This helps us finalise any extractions, medications, or changes to the plan.
Every Dental at PAH Includes:
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🩺 Full veterinary examination
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🧪 Pre-anaesthetic blood test
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💉 In-hospital and take-home pain relief (if extractions are required) – no extra charge
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🧼 Thorough ultrasonic scale and polish
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🐾 Post-operative monitoring by qualified veterinary nurses
Healthy teeth and gums help your pet live a longer, happier life.
🔗 See also: Dental Month FAQs
