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Dental Scaling & Polishing
Tartar buildup moves faster than owners expect
Once tartar builds above the gumline, it's already progressing below it too. Regular scaling and polishing is what actually slows periodontal disease – not just brushing at home.
What the Procedure Covers
Ultrasonic & Manual Scaling
Removes tartar above and below the gumline that brushing alone can't reach - the part that actually matters for disease prevention. See our Periodontal Disease page for what tartar left untreated leads to.
Subgingival Cleaning
Cleaning below the gumline, where periodontal disease actually starts. The part most often skipped in an awake patient, and the reason GA is necessary.
Polishing
Smooths the tooth surface after scaling, which slows new tartar accumulation. Not cosmetic - it directly affects how quickly the problem returns.
Dental Charting
A full record of your pet's teeth at each visit - tracked over time to catch changes early. This is what turns a one-off clean into a long-term dental health record. See our Oral Health Exam page if this is your pet's first assessment.
What to Expect
Consult
Assessment and procedure plan discussed - what the scaling involves and what we expect to find based on the current state of your pet's mouth.
Pre-Procedure Screening
Health checks before general anaesthesia - bloodwork and anything else indicated for your pet's age and condition. See our Anaesthesia page for how we approach GA.
Scaling & Polishing
Performed under general anaesthesia - ultrasonic and manual scaling, subgingival cleaning, and polishing in sequence.
Recovery & Charting Review
Findings and home care discussed once your pet is awake - dental charting results explained and next interval recommended.
Why Pet Owners Choose ExoCare?
Specialized Expertise
Modern Equipment
Emergency Care
Compassionate Vet
Dr. Asma Fariha
Veterinary Surgeon · MVC Reg. No. 3362
Dr. Asma treats dental disease in rabbits and rodents as well as cats and dogs, which many clinics will not attempt.
What People Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Our main clinic is in Subang Jaya, Selangor. We also operate 7 additional locations across the Klang Valley:
- USJ
- Puchong
- Kelana Jaya
- Bukit Kiara
- Bandar Sunway
- Taman Paramount
- Damansara Heights
All locations operate under the same team, standards, and expertise. Visit our Locations page for addresses and directions.
Yes, during clinic hours (Mon, Wed–Sun 11 AM–7 PM), we accept emergency cases. Call +60-3-5145 8989 immediately—we’ll triage and fit you in based on urgency.
We’re open Monday, Wednesday through Sunday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. We are closed on Tuesdays for clinic maintenance. For emergency cases during our operating hours, please call +60-3-5145 8989 immediately. After hours, please contact a 24-hour emergency veterinary facility.
You can book in four ways:
Online: Visit our booking system
Phone: Call +60-3-5145 8989 during clinic hours (Mon, Wed–Sun 11 AM–7 PM)
Email: Send appointment request to [clinic email]
Walk-In: Visit any ExoCare clinic location (subject to availability)
We recommend booking in advance for better appointment availability. For emergency cases, call immediately—we’ll fit you in based on urgency.
We accept:
- Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard)
- Debit Card
- Bank Transfer
- Cash (where applicable)
Payment is due at time of consultation. For major procedures, payment plans are available—discuss with our staff. Unpaid accounts may be referred to a collection agency.
Yes. All our veterinarians are:
- Registered with the Malaysia Veterinary Council (MVC)
- Specially trained in exotic animal medicine
- Educated at premier veterinary institutions
- Holders of advanced certifications and degrees
- Committed to continuous professional development
Our lead veterinarian, Dr. Asma Fariha, is MVC Registration #3362 with specialized training from Universiti Putra Malaysia and international expertise from EAVSI (Shanghai, China).
Dental charting records the condition of every tooth – presence, health, pocket depth, and any abnormalities – at each visit. Over time it allows us to track changes and catch progression early, rather than only noticing problems when they become obvious.
Possibly, if the exam or charting finds teeth that can’t be saved through cleaning alone – but that is discussed before anything happens, not decided during the procedure without your input. See our Tooth Extraction page for what that involves if it comes up.
It depends on the individual – some pets accumulate tartar faster based on diet, genetics, and home care. Your vet will advise on the right interval based on the dental charting results at each visit.
Thorough scaling – particularly below the gumline – requires the animal to be completely still, which isn’t achievable in a conscious patient. General anaesthesia allows a proper, safe procedure that reaches where disease actually starts.
The goal is the same – removing tartar and polishing – but pets require general anaesthesia where humans typically don’t, and the anatomy varies between species. The procedure itself follows the same sequence: scaling, subgingival cleaning, then polishing.