Common surprise: The largest price jump usually happens when dental x-rays reveal extractions that were not obvious during the awake exam.

Typical Cat Dental Cleaning Cost

Dental care levelTypical rangeCommon items
Basic anesthetic cleaning$400 - $900Exam, anesthesia, scaling, polishing, and monitoring
Dental cleaning with x-rays$700 - $1,300Adds dental radiographs and more complete oral evaluation
Cleaning with extractions$1,000 - $2,500+Extractions, nerve blocks, pain medication, and longer anesthesia

Estimate Questions

  • Are dental x-rays included or optional?
  • How are extractions priced?
  • Will the clinic call before extracting teeth above a set cost?
  • Are pain medication and recheck visits included?

Cat Dental FAQ

Why do cats often need dental x-rays?

Cats can have tooth resorption and root disease below the gumline. X-rays help identify painful teeth that cannot be assessed visually.

Can cat dental cleaning be done without anesthesia?

A complete cleaning and dental x-rays usually require anesthesia so the vet can safely clean under the gumline and evaluate teeth.

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