Dental tartar and plaque may lead to bad breath, gum disease and possible loss of teeth. More importantly, tartar and plaque are linked to more serious problems, such as liver and heart disease. Routine dental care may save more than your pet's smile, therefore, dental cleaning and exams are recommended annually. Westlake Village Animal Hospital's dedicated dental suite is equipped with a built-in wet table, ultrasound scaler/dental unit and a digital dental x-ray machine. Non-anesthetic dentals are also available for qualified patients and recommended twice yearly.