I'm very pleased to announce I am now able to offer a professional canine teeth cleaning service in addition to regular dog grooming appointments.

Emmi-Pet is patented revolutionising dental care for dogs across the globe, allowing them to have their teeth cleaned without having to be put under anaesthetic.

Once introduced correctly, this unique toothbrush is generally well accepted by dogs, as not only is it soundless and vibration-free,  no actual brushing or scrubbing is necessary.  

Please note, this is not a magic whitening treatment - it's a gentle and gradual method of removing tartar and bacteria from your dog's teeth and gums and needs to be used for several sessions in order to thin the tartar and bacteria enough to make it safe to flick the tartar off the teeth. 

The soft bristles are held against the teeth/gums allowing your pet's teeth to be cleaned gently without the irritation of vibration or any noise. Ultrasound cleans more effectively than regular brushing, destroying bacteria even in gum pockets.

The good news is that from the very first use, the ultrasound is killing the bacteria in the mouth and right under the gum line, which  results in the immediate reduction, or even total elimination of bad breath!

By using ultrasound tooth cleaning as part of a regularly scheduled routine, you can help to avoid taking your dog to the vet for a professional scale and polish, which can only be achieved while under a full anaesthetic.

When food particles and bacteria accumulate on your dog's gum line, plaque is formed - a sticky, colourless film that covers teeth when not cleaned. Combined with saliva and minerals, it transforms into tartar (hardened plaque), which causes gum irritation, premature tooth loss and an inflammatory condition called gingivitis.

Symptoms:

Does your dog have bad breath?

Are your dog's teeth yellow/brown coloured, especially close to the gum line?

Does your dog have red/sore looking gums?

Is your dog off their food or chews?

It's estimated that by the time they are two years old, 80% of dogs begin to show signs of oral disease!

Emmi-Pet with its unique and patented dental care system, is now setting a new trend for a completely new kind of dental cleaning and oral hygiene. It's gentle, motionless and does not involve brushing or any abrasive action!

This revolutionary method is based on a globally unique patent - the Ultrasonic Piezo-Chip created by Emmi-dent. This Piezo-Chip sits in the head of the ultrasonic toothbrush and generates up to 96 million oscillations (air vibrations) per minute. By comparison, electric toothbrushes generate approximately  20,000 oscillations per  minute

These ultrasound waves are then transferred, via the bristles of the toothbrush head, onto Emmi-Pet's specially formulated toothpaste. The ultrasound waves penetrate the gum up to 12mm deep, getting into the gum pockets and soft tissue, killing all the bacteria and impurities that  can cause periodontal disease. 

At this point 'micro bubbles' are generated, which react with the air vibrations and implode. These implosions effectively eliminate and remove food particles, plaque and bacteria from the teeth, gums, palate and tongue.

1.  It's a very gentle way to clean teeth, as there is no need for mechanical movement.

2. It's completely silent and non-vibrating - so readily accepted by the majority of dogs.

3. It kills bacteria, promotes blood circulation, softens tartar and has a sterilising effect.

4. It's very effective against bleeding gums, bad breath and prevents periodontitis, ulcers and other dental diseases.

5. It's ideal as a preventative treatment for puppies and young dogs who have not yet developed excessive plaque and tartar.

6. No anaesthetic or sedative is required, so particularly good for dogs who, for whatever reason, are unable to have anaesthetic - elderly dogs or those with medical issues.

7. It cleans gums up to 12mm deep with gentle ultrasonic waves and is non-invasive.

8. It prevents and removes tartar and plaque build up.

9. Used regularly it is a preventative treatment for tooth and gum disease.

10. The ultrasonic waves from the Emmi-Pet have been tested and proven to be absolutely safe.

Will It Hurt My Dog?

No - the ultrasound technology is completely painless. There is also no noise or vibration from the brush, it simply needs to be held against each tooth for approximately 30 seconds, so no brushing or scrubbing is necessary. Happily, most dogs quickly accept the process.

How Quickly Will I See A Difference In My Dog's Teeth?

There is  no definitive answer to this as it depends on the condition of the teeth at the start of the treatment. If the teeth have very heavy plaque deposits it may take around 10 treatments, or more to see a difference in the amount of plaque. Be assured though, from the very first use, the ultrasound is killing the bacteria in the mouth, which  results in the immediate reduction, or even total elimination of bad breath! 

If your dog only has a small amount of tartar build up then you will see a visual difference more quickly, although this depends on how frequently your bring your dog for treatment.

What If My Dog Doesn't Like It?

Please note that I will never force a dog to have the treatment if it is excessively unsettled by the procedure. Some dogs take a few sessions to learn to  accept the brush, while many are happy from day one. 

If I am unable to settle your dog to accept the treatment after a few sessions, then I will discuss this with you and if we are unable to continue, any payments already made for future treatments would be refunded.

My Dog Doesn't Have Any Tartar. Is It Worth Them Having The Treatment?

Yes! Prevention is always better than cure. The system kills bacteria in the dogs mouth, which is the main cause of gum problems and plaque build up. 

By having regular sessions, either alongside your dog's routine groom or as a stand-alone treatment, you are helping to prevent the tartar form attaching to the teeth and keeping those pearly whites clean and healthy for years to come.

Is Ultrasound Safe For My Dog?

Ultrasound is safe for humans to a level of 40. The Emmi-Pet uses just 0.4 and so is completely safe to use. In fact it has been clinically tested and proven that there are no adverse affects to using the Emmi-Pet toothbrush. 

Why Do I Need To  Clean My Dog's Teeth?

A regularly scheduled oral hygiene routine is the best way to protect your dog's dental health. As humans, we clean our teeth twice a day - why do we never clean our dogs' teeth? 

When you don't clean your dog's teeth, you typically end up having to make an appointment with the vet so that your dog can have a full anaesthetic and a usually costly, dental overhaul.  After this professional clean, over time the plaque will start to build up again and unless you are maintaining a regular oral hygiene routine, you'll be faced with the same scenario a couple of years down the line.

Please remember, that dogs need dental care too!

Initial Consultation & Introduction to Treatment £30.00

Includes 30 mins 

• Initial Consultation 
• Introduction to treatment
• Your dogs own toothbrush head 

If your dog already has light tartar we may suggest starting with an intensive course to heal gums and promote cleaner teeth.

Intensive Treatment Course - 30 mins - From £20.00 per session 

If your pet already has light tartar or a high build up of tarter, I may suggest starting with an intensive course to heal gums and promote cleaner teeth. This treatment will require a minimum of 5 visits over a 1 to 2 week period. Each visit will last approximately 20/30 mins. Each dog will receive their own toothbrush head, included in the price.  

Oral Maintenance and Preventative Treatments - 20 mins - From £15.00

This option is great for young dogs and dogs with clean teeth or have completed the above initial treatments as part of their oral hygiene maintenance. It's also good for dogs with a small build-up of tartar, where only a few sessions may be needed. Simply use these follow-on sessions as and when necessary.

These sessions can be added onto your dogs regular groom or as an intermittent stand alone treatment 

If your dog’s teeth are showing a significant amount of tartar build up, or are in poor condition, I will always recommend that you seek veterinary attention. It may be that your dog will initially require a dental descale under anaesthetic. However, it should then be possible to continue with a regular schedule of ultrasound teeth cleaning, in order to maintain your dog’s dental health and hygiene.

Please note that although this method of dental care is highly effective at removing tartar, improving gum and mouth health and eliminating the cause of bad breath, I cannot guarantee the treatments effectiveness or suitability for individual dogs, due to varying external factors.

Each dog will have their own toothbrush head that will be exclusively theirs and will be kept at LKH Dog Grooming. This is purchased at the initial treatment session and will need to be replaced after approximately 20 treatments (or if it’s damaged by the dog chewing on it) for £15.00

I cannot be held responsible for any problems occurring from poor dentition before, during or after any ultrasound treatments – such as tooth removal, gingivitis etc.

Removal of even mild tartar can reveal conditions that could not be seen prior to its removal. If this occurs, it is the responsibility of the owner to seek veterinary attention.