- Hours:
- Mon: 9A - 9P
- Tue-Fri: 9A - 10P
- Sat: 9A - 2P
- Sun: Closed
Our goal at the Animal Hospital of Streamwood is to help your pet stay healthy, help heal your pet when it is sick or injured, and to ease your pet's pain when it is hurting.
We will do this with quality care, compassion and tenderness.
February is Dental Health Month
Free Dental Exams on February 26th
Dr. Cindy Charlier, the board certified veterinary dentist at Fox Valley Veterinary Dentistry & Surgery, will be joining us on Saturday, February 26, 2005 to perform free oral exams for dogs and cats. She will provide specific recommendations for your pet’s dental care, including treatment of current problems and preventive care advice. Call us at 630-837-4400 to schedule your free dental exam with Dr. Charlier.
Dental health can indicate and impact overall health.Dental health can indicate and impact overall health. Over 70% of all pets over the age of three have some degree of dental disease; making dental disease the most common disease in dogs and cats. The mouth has a large population of bacteria that can cause disease throughout the body. These bacterial organisms can enter into the blood stream through tiny blood vessels in the gums when dental disease is present. Over time periodontal disease can result in infection and inflammation in the heart, lungs, liver and kidneys.
Home dental care is by far the most important step in preventing dental disease. Daily brushing (with a veterinary toothpaste) is the most effective way to control plaque and prevent tartar build up. It is best to make daily brushing part of your routine at an early age (as a puppy or kitten) to give your pet a life-long, healthy mouth. However, it is never too late to start. We can teach you techniques in brushing your pet’s teeth that will make the process fun and rewarding for both you and your pet.
Home dental care is by far the most important step in preventing dental disease.In addition to brushing, the food your pet eats can also help prevent dental disease. Hill’s T/D food scrapes tartar and plaque from tooth surfaces when the pets bite into a specially designed “nugget”. Eukanuba has “micro-cleansing crystals” in all of their foods that break down plaque before it adheres to the tooth surface. Dental chews are also available for dogs and cats to be given as a treat that can help to clean their teeth (such as CET chews and Greenies). These diets and treats do not take the place of daily brushing, but rather add to the benefits of home dental care. Visit www.petdental.com to learn more about Dental Health Month
Meet the Dentist!
Dr. Charlier is one of 63 board-certified members of the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) in the United States. Veterinary dental specialists are trained to recognize and treat dental problems that are uncommon or difficult to diagnose. Since they work specifically with dentistry, specialists also have advanced specialized equipment, such as dental X-ray machines and high-speed dental units. To become a veterinary dental specialist, Dr. Charlier graduated from University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, completed a residency program and then passed board examinations. Dr. Charlier has over 20 years of veterinary experience. Visit www.avdc.org to learn more.