Your pet’s dental health is about more than fresh breath—it’s essential to their overall well-being. At Red Rock Veterinary Health, we offer comprehensive veterinary dental care, including full mouth radiographs with every dental procedure. Many dental problems lie below the gumline, and radiographs allow us to detect issues like root abscesses, tooth fractures, and bone loss that might otherwise go unnoticed. Dr. Robbie Unsell brings advanced training and hands-on experience in oral surgery, from complicated extractions to treating oral masses and trauma. Each dental procedure is performed under general anesthesia with extensive anesthetic monitoring, including ECG, blood pressure, pulse oximetry, capnography, and temperature, to ensure your pet’s safety every step of the way. Healthy teeth mean a healthier, happier life—and we’re here to make that happen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why are full mouth radiographs important during a dental cleaning?
A: Full mouth radiographs help us identify hidden problems under the gums, like infected roots or bone loss. Without them, we could miss painful or dangerous conditions that aren’t visible during a basic oral exam. For many small dogs and cats even moderate bone loss can threaten the integrity of their small jaw bones.

Q: Does my pet really need anesthesia for a dental cleaning?
A: Yes. Anesthesia is essential for a thorough and safe cleaning, especially when taking radiographs, cleaning below the gumline, & performing extractions. We use advanced anesthetic monitoring to keep your pet safe and comfortable throughout the procedure. Your pet’s anesthesia team includes two dedicated credentialed veterinary technicians who continuously monitor your pet and adjust their anesthesia as indicated.

Q: What kinds of dental surgeries does Dr. Unsell perform?
A: Dr. Unsell has experience with advanced oral procedures, including difficult tooth extractions, oral mass removals, and repair of oral trauma. Your pet is in skilled hands for even complex dental cases. If we feel the procedure is too complex for our hospital then we will refer you to a local veterinary dental specialist in Colorado Springs.