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How does pet teeth cleaning work, its cost, and blood test costs?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Maltese | Female | unspayed | 3 years and 11 months old | 4 lbs

Can you please explain how teeth cleaning works and how much would it cost? And how much it takes to take blood samples?

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Answered By Lindsey Edwards MVB, BSc, IVCA

Veterinarian

Published on May 6th, 2017

This depends in part on the dental issues your pet it suffering from but generally involves an anesthetic, full assessment of the teeth and gums followed by removal of all plaque and tartar from the tooth surface. Loose or damaged teeth may be extracted to prevent further pain, discomfort and infection. Costs depend entirely on the extent of work required; the costs for blood tests also are dependent on what is being tested for. Contact your local clinics for an estimate on the work that is needed and projected cost

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