Dental Care for Dogs and Cats in Fort Lauderdale

Expert Dental Care for Your Pet at Victoria Park Animal Hospital

Dental disease can cause pain, infection, bad breath, tooth loss, and health problems that extend beyond the mouth. At Victoria Park Animal Hospital, we offer dental care designed to prevent problems when possible and identify hidden disease early. Every recommendation is based on your pet’s health, temperament, oral condition, and the level of care needed to clean and evaluate the mouth safely.

Anesthetic Dentistry

Manual dental cleanings performed under anesthesia are one of the most important steps in protecting a pet’s long-term health. Our team performs a true, thorough cleaning both above and below the gumline — something that cannot be done safely or effectively on an awake pet. Using modern anesthesia protocols, advanced monitoring equipment, and trained veterinary professionals at every stage, each dental procedure is performed with safety and precision in mind.

Anesthetic dental care allows us to remove plaque and tartar, assess every tooth, take detailed dental X-rays, and address hidden disease that can cause pain, infection, and organ damage if left untreated. Careful technique, gentle handling, and comprehensive oral evaluation help make this the most complete option for pets with significant tartar, gum disease, painful teeth, or suspected disease below the gumline.

Non-Anesthetic Dog Dental in Fort Lauderdale

Non-anesthetic dentals can help keep a dog’s teeth and gums fresher by reducing visible plaque and tartar without anesthesia. Victoria Park Animal Hospital offers non-anesthetic dentals for dogs seven days a week when the pet is an appropriate candidate.

What may be included with a non-anesthetic dental

• The mouth may be wiped down or rinsed to decrease bacteria.
• Plaque and tartar may be removed from the visible parts of the teeth with a hand scaler.
• The provider may try to clean under the gums and use a dental probe to measure pockets, if possible.
• A fluoride treatment may be provided.

Is your pet a good candidate?

Please schedule a consult with your veterinarian before a non-anesthetic dental. Dogs must be tolerant of a scaler in their mouth, well behaved, not overly anxious, and up to date on vaccines. This option is generally best for pets with a moderate amount of plaque and inflammation. Pets with advanced dental disease, painful teeth, heavy tartar, or disease below the gumline may need anesthetic dental care instead.

Advanced Specialty Dental Procedures

Some pets need advanced dental treatment beyond routine cleaning. Specialized dental procedures may include root canals for non-vital or fractured teeth, oral surgery for tumors, masses, damaged teeth, or jaw fractures, crown therapy to protect and restore damaged teeth, and periodontal surgery for severe gum disease. For complex cases, advanced planning, tailored anesthesia, patient monitoring, and attentive follow-up help support the best possible outcome.

Experience and Education

Dr. Jon is dedicated to the proper diagnosis, treatment, and maintenance of oral disease. Dr. Klarsfeld graduated from Cornell University with a focus in Animal Science and earned his veterinary degree from Louisiana State University. He served for five years as a veterinary dental resident, has performed over 7,500 general and advanced dental treatments and surgeries, and has lectured on cutting-edge dental care at the World Veterinary Dental Conference and to local veterinarians from Miami, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties.

Schedule dental care

Text or call Victoria Park Animal Hospital to schedule a dental consultation, non-anesthetic dental screening, or anesthetic dental care appointment.