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Dog Teeth Cleaning & Brushing

Fresh breath and healthier teeth — because dental care isn't just for humans.

Did You Know?

By age 3, most dogs have some form of dental disease. Regular teeth brushing during grooming can help prevent tartar buildup, bad breath, and costly vet dental procedures down the road.

Why Dog Teeth Cleaning Matters

You probably don't think about your dog's teeth very often — until their breath knocks you over. But bad breath is often a sign of bacteria buildup, tartar, and early dental disease.

Left untreated, dental problems in dogs can lead to:

  • Painful gum infections
  • Tooth loss
  • Difficulty eating
  • Bacteria entering the bloodstream (affecting heart, liver, kidneys)
  • Expensive veterinary dental procedures under anesthesia

Regular teeth brushing during grooming appointments helps prevent these issues and keeps your dog's mouth healthier between vet visits.

What's Included in Our Teeth Cleaning

This is cosmetic teeth brushing — not a veterinary dental procedure. Here's what we do:

  • Pet-safe enzymatic toothpaste — Formulated for dogs (never human toothpaste)
  • Gentle brushing — Front, sides, and back teeth as your dog tolerates
  • Surface tartar removal — Light scraping of accessible buildup
  • Breath freshening — Immediate improvement in most dogs

What We Don't Do

We don't perform deep dental cleaning, extractions, or anything requiring anesthesia. If your dog has severe tartar, loose teeth, bleeding gums, or signs of infection, we'll recommend you see your vet for a professional dental procedure.

Which Dogs Benefit Most?

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Small Breeds

Yorkies, Chihuahuas, Maltese, and other small dogs are prone to dental problems due to crowded teeth.

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Senior Dogs

Older dogs often have years of buildup. Regular brushing helps maintain what's left.

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Bad Breath Dogs

If your dog's breath clears a room, teeth brushing can make a noticeable difference.

How to Get Teeth Cleaning

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Luxury Spa Day Teeth brushing included! Plus premium shampoo, nail buff, paw balm, and more. From $88.
Add to Any Groom Add teeth brushing to your Basic Groom for a small additional fee.

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Tips for Dental Care at Home

Professional brushing during grooming helps, but the best results come from regular care at home:

  • Brush 2-3 times per week — Even a quick 30-second brush helps
  • Use dog-specific toothpaste — Human toothpaste contains xylitol (toxic to dogs)
  • Dental chews — Look for VOHC-approved products
  • Water additives — Some help reduce bacteria (ask your vet)
  • Annual vet dental checkup — Professional assessment once a year

Frequently Asked Questions

Will teeth brushing fix my dog's bad breath?

In most cases, yes — you'll notice an improvement. However, if the bad breath is caused by an underlying dental infection or other health issue, brushing alone won't solve it. Persistent bad breath warrants a vet visit.

My dog won't let me brush their teeth at home. Will they let you?

Often, yes! Dogs behave differently for groomers than for their owners. We also have experience working with wiggly, reluctant dogs. That said, if your dog absolutely won't tolerate it, we won't force it.

How often should I add teeth brushing?

Every groom is ideal. At minimum, every other groom (roughly every 12-16 weeks) helps maintain dental health between vet visits.

Ready to Freshen Up That Breath?

Add teeth cleaning to your next groom or book a Spa Day.

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