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Q: Do you have to put my pet under using anesthesia to perform dental work? top of page A: In order for Dr. Tsugawa to appropriately diagnose and treat your pet’s oral disease, sedation or general anesthesia is usually necessary. Safety is our number one priority. Board certified veterinary dentists like Dr. Tsugawa receive extensive anesthesia training, and are tested on their knowledge of pain management and the safe delivery of anesthesia during the certification process. The proper administration of pain medication before, during and after your pet’s surgery can reduce the pain and anxiety associated with the procedure. Dr. Tsugawa designs an individualized anesthesia protocol based upon the results of preoperative laboratory tests, the specific oral disease being treated in your pet, and any concomitant health condition (i.e., heart, kidney or liver disease) your pet may have. An appropriately designed, administered and monitored anesthesia protocol can dramatically decrease the r
