Best Friends Animal Dentistry
Best Friends Animal Dentistry is a general practice practice in San Jose, CA. Procedures include fluid administration, Stomatitis cases, Severe trauma, and full oral examination.
About
Best Friends Animal Dentistry provides advanced oral and dental care for dogs and cats in San Jose, CA. The practice is dedicated to treating pet dental care needs, offering advanced procedures such as periodontal care, root canal therapy, and difficult extractions. Dr. Zacher, a boarded Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC), leads the team with extensive experience in dentistry and oral surgery.
The clinic works with primary veterinarians to address complex oral health needs for pets in the SF Bay Area. They specialize in cases requiring advanced intervention, including severe trauma, jaw fractures, and stomatitis. Consultations are scheduled separately from procedures to ensure a detailed examination and treatment plan for each patient.
Surgical team
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Dr. Zacher
She has been a practicing veterinarian for 15 years, and has focused specifically on dentistry and oral surgery for 15 years.
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Marie
Marie has worked with animals all her life, from large to small, and has experience in both private veterinary hospitals and spay/neuter clinics.
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Alisa
In 2010 she became a veterinary assistant, and in 2016 she became a registered veterinary technician.
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Natalie
For over 10 years, Natalie has worked with veterinary teams in both small and large practices, and alongside many specialists.
Procedures
- fluid administration
- Stomatitis cases
- Severe trauma
- full oral examination
- preoperative physical exam
- Advanced periodontal disease
- Oral masses/tumors
- bloodwork
- Jaw fractures
- IV catheter placement
- Persistent deciduous teeth
- pre-anesthetic injections
- Multiple extractions
- Difficult extractions
- periodontal care
- root canal therapy
- Dental X-rays
- oral surgery
- Orthodontic consultations
- drug dose calculations
- initial probing exam
Equipment
- ultrasonic scalers
Photos
Photos via Google · Breanna Turner, Sheila
Frequently asked questions
- What types of advanced dental procedures does Best Friends Animal Dentistry offer?
- The clinic provides advanced dental procedures including periodontal care, root canal therapy, and difficult extractions. They also address complex cases such as persistent deciduous teeth, stomatitis, oral masses/tumors, severe trauma, advanced periodontal disease, jaw fractures, and offer orthodontic consultations.
- How does Best Friends Animal Dentistry collaborate with a pet's primary veterinarian?
- Best Friends Animal Dentistry works with a pet's primary veterinarian to find solutions for oral health needs. Pet owners are encouraged to schedule with them for specific advanced procedures that might not be handled by a primary veterinarian.
- What is the process for scheduling a dental procedure at Best Friends Animal Dentistry?
- Consultations and procedures require separately scheduled appointments. Consultations are typically on Mondays, and procedures are scheduled Tuesdays through Thursdays. During a consultation, Dr. Zacher examines the pet and creates a customized treatment plan and cost estimate.
- What should pet owners know about payment and pet insurance at Best Friends Animal Dentistry?
- Best Friends Animal Dentistry requires payment at the time of service. They work with all standard pet insurance providers, and clients are advised to confirm coverage with their insurer. The clinic also partners with CareCredit for financial flexibility options.
- What pre-procedure instructions are provided for pets undergoing dental work?
- Pet owners are instructed to withhold food after midnight the evening before the procedure, but water can be left out overnight. Specific feeding instructions may apply for diabetic patients or those with seizure disorders. All current medications should be discussed with Dr. Zacher.