George, an older female cat, was rescued by a neighbor after her original owner passed away. Her new owner brought George to Jarrettsville Veterinary Center because she seemed to be in pain when eating, often pawing at her mouth.
George did in fact present with severe gingivitis, and had to be sedated in order to complete a physical exam of her mouth, because it was so painful.
George underwent a Stage 2 scale and polish and had several teeth extracted.
Itemized procedures/costs:
Anesthesia $125
Anesthesia, additional 30 minutes $45
Scale and polish, stage 2 $95
IV catheter placement $40
IV fluids $50
Convenia injection (antibiotic) $50
Fluid pump $25
Propoflo induction $60
Buprenex oral solution 0.3mg/ml (analgesic/pain relief) $12.48
Tooth extraction, 2 root (1 tooth) $40
Tooth extraction, 3 root elevated (2 teeth) $100
TOTAL COST: $642.48
George did well after her dental procedure.