North Georgia

Veterinary Dentistry

Healthy teeth and gums are essential to your pet’s comfort and longevity. At Wayside Animal Hospital in Ellijay, we offer professional veterinary dentistry for dogs and cats, including routine cleanings, full-mouth dental X-rays, and extractions when necessary. We serve East Ellijay, Gilmer County, and North Georgia with convenient local care.

Why Pet Dental Care Matters

Plaque, tartar, and periodontal disease can cause pain, tooth loss, and systemic health issues. Because pets often hide discomfort, regular oral exams and timely cleanings help us catch problems early and keep your pet comfortable at home.

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What We Offer at Our Ellijay Location

Our Ellijay team delivers comprehensive small-animal dentistry tailored to your pet’s needs:

  • Complete oral exams and treatment planning
  • Ultrasonic scaling and polishing above/below the gumline
  • Full-mouth digital dental X-rays to detect hidden disease
  • Extractions when medically necessary, with careful aftercare
  • Home-care guidance (toothbrushing, dental diets, and chews)

Safety, Anesthesia & Recovery

Dental procedures require general anesthesia to clean below the gumline and obtain diagnostic images safely. We use pre-anesthetic screening, modern monitoring, and individualized protocols to reduce risk and stress. After treatment, we support comfort with multimodal options and may incorporate Pet Pain Management to facilitate a smoother recovery.

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Prevention Starts with Routine Care

Oral health is a core part of lifelong wellness. During checkups, our veterinarians assess teeth and gums, recommend cleanings or X-rays, and help you choose effective home-care tools. Learn how proactive care protects your pet with Pet Wellness Care.

When Dental Problems Are Urgent

Sudden oral injuries, facial swelling, fractured teeth, or refusal to eat may require prompt attention. If you’re concerned about a rapidly worsening dental issue, visit our page for Emergency & Critical Care to see how we triage urgent cases during business hours.
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Serving Ellijay & Nearby Communities

Choosing the Ellijay location means shorter drives and familiar faces for Gilmer County families. If you’re closer to Pickens County, see Jasper – Pet Dental Care for the same trusted services at our Jasper hospital.

Veterinary Services

Emergency & Critical Care

Behavioral Medicine

Wellness Care

Surgery & X-Rays

Pain Management

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