You Might Not Think of IMS as a Dental Supplier... But We Can Scale Down Your Costs!
Did you know we have a range of essentials available to help your dental procedures run smoothly? Not only that, the range that we offer is cost-effective and readily available for you to add to your regular consumables order. We supply a range of well-known brands at low prices, including Perfection Plus and Big-O. Ordering your dental essentials through IMS provides you with the assurance of top-quality brands, the convenience of quick deliveries, great value for money, and customer service that’s second to none.
Dental is such an important part of animal health, so we keep our dental essentials cost-effective all year round.
The Perils of Periodontal Disease in Pets
Pet Dentistry is a significant component of preventative medicine for pets. Knowing the signs of tooth decay helps your pet’s smile and enhances their long-term health and well-being. Even if obvious signs are absent, a pet’s health can be affected by unhealthy teeth and gums. Dental issues not only cause pain and discomfort, but studies have also shown that dental disease can lead to infections in organs, such as the kidneys, heart, lungs and liver, which can lead to further expensive treatment.
Pet Dental Health: The Facts
Dental health is a very important part of overall veterinary health. Proper dental hygiene, and regular veterinary check-ups, can maximize the quality of your pets’ life.
- Dental disease is the most commonly recorded medical problem during a visit to the vet. Research shows that at least 80% of dogs and 70% of cats are likely to develop periodontal disease by the age of three.[5]
- In many small animal practices, dentistry accounts for less than 7% of the gross income.[1] With 80% of veterinary patients having some level of oral disease,[2] the percentage of revenue from dental procedures should be much higher.
- Owners are often afraid of putting their pets under anaesthesia, especially for something as routine as dental cleanings The risk of anaesthetic deaths in dogs and cats is 0.17% and 0.24%, respectively.[3] When categorized by health status, the risk of an anaesthetic death in healthy dogs and cats drops to 0.05% and 0.11%. [3]
- Due to preconceived notions, clients can be hesitant about scheduling oral health procedures. Once clients realise that their pet’s oral health is important to your practice, they will begin to believe in its value.
We can no longer ignore the fact that dental care is integral to the overall health & well-being of animals. Being proactive rather than reactive will provide a better chance of increasing owner compliance when it comes to dental procedures, therefore reducing the risk of further issues.
Small Animal Dental Essentials
NEW Robinsons Dental Throat Packs
Designed to prevent debris from falling down a patients' throat, these packs are CE-marked & sold in packs of 50 pieces.
Prophy+ Polishing
Cups
Manufactured using natural flexible rubber, for easy adaptation to tooth surfaces without causing gingival trouble.
Dental
Burs
Burs are an integral part of dental treatment and we have a range of shapes and sizes available to suit your needs.
Mouth Flange
Packs
Made from a cellulose absorbent sponge, designed to pack the airway, to prevent inhalation or ingestion of debris.
Prophy
Paste
Splatter-free prophylaxis paste, available in various flavours and, effective in the removal of stains from tooth surfaces.
Dental Instruments For Small Animals
The Big-O range of veterinary dental instruments has been created by John Robinson, Dentist to the veterinary profession, with each item made to exact specifications based on his years of experience in the field. This essential range of instruments has been designed specifically for everyday small animal dentistry in general veterinary practice, as opposed to the human dental hand instruments available from other brands on the market.
✚ High Quality – Made with the best raw materials, construction, and design
✚ Instrument Pattern – Conforming to the original concept for optimal use in animal dentistry
✚ Premium Instruments with budget instrument pricing
Big-O Periodontal Pocket Probe 14WB
Big-O Couplands Elevators
Big-O Winged Elevators
Big-O Extraction
Forceps
Equine Dental: The Benefits of Regular Dental Checks
Periodontal disease is also common in equids, particularly horses. Equine periodontal disease usually starts with food impaction, formation of diastemata, gingival inflammation, and formation of periodontal pockets.
- Studies have shown that 1/3 of horses are affected by periodontal disease and 60% of horses will develop a severe enough case of periodontal disease that dental & medical intervention will be needed.[4]
Despite the painful nature of the condition, periodontal disease may go unnoticed for a prolonged period of time as the clinical signs associated with it are often subtle or even absent in some horses. - Prevention is better than cure.
Identifying minor or early problems avoids more complicated issues in the future. It’s essential to maintain regular dental checks to ensure any problems are treated quickly and efficiently.
Early intervention is better and likely to reduce expenses compared to dealing with a major dental issue later down the line.
HDE Motorized Dental Equipment
HDE was established in 2004 and is the leading European manufacturer of motorized dental equipment used on horses worldwide, providing long-lasting efficiency and reliability. HDE has accompanied thousands of practitioners all over the world in developing their equine dental practice by offering product solutions and complete services.
Backed up with first-class customer service, technical support, and repairs in a cost-effective and timely manner.*
Pegasos Hand Instruments
Pegasos was founded in 2009 by Dr. Frank Schellenberger. Based on over 20 years of experience in equine dentistry, these innovative instruments have been designed with the highest standards concerning ergonomics, functionality, and precision. Pegasos instruments combine reliability and efficiency by allowing safe and high-precision extraction.
Haemostatic Agents for Dental Use
Collaclot™
Tooth removal, or extraction, is one of the most common invasive oral surgical procedures carried out in routine dental practice. After tooth extraction, it is normal for the area to bleed and then clot, generally within a few minutes, but this isn’t always the case.
Bleeding complications can occur and some patients bleed excessively during or after dental surgery, due to different factors. In these cases, the use of an effective haemostatic agent enhances haemostasis, providing a wide spectrum of benefits, including:
✚ Shorter Recovery Time
✚ Aiding the Reparative Stages
✚ Reduced Operation Times & Anaesthesia Usage
Customer Testimonials
Small Animal Dental Sockets
“We have purchased Collaclot™ and have found the product very useful. We have used them most in dental sockets, especially in our sighthound friends – who tend to bleed that bit more with extractions. We also use them a lot in enucleations. We find the pads particularly useful for this, as you can cut them to size, pack out the socket nicely, and then close them up as normal. I see a great opportunity for packing out a biopsy site that wanted to bleed. I think they are a convenient tool for any GP vet to have about her person in a busy small animal surgery."
- Lizzie Threadingham (Vet) – Martin and Manifold Vets
Horse Incisor Extractions
"I used some Collaclot™ again yesterday. A 20-year-old thoroughbred gelding, oral extraction of multiple incisor teeth under sedation and local anaesthesia. Arterial bleeding from alveolus during extraction, vessel had retracted into the premaxilla, so could not be clamped and lighted. Collaclot™ was placed in the alveolus with pressure applied using gauze swabs and left in situ. The picture is from the day after the surgery, so it’s not easy to see the Collaclot™ as it is within the alveolus, but the ability of the product to stop the arterial bleeding was impressive!"
- Nicola Harries, Vet
References
[1] Benchmarks 2016: A Study of Well-Managed Practices.
[2] Logan EI, Boyce EN. Oral health assessment in dogs: parameters and methods. J Vet Dent 1994;11(2):58-63.
[3] Brodbelt DC, Blissitt KJ, Hammond RA, et al. The risk of death: the confidential enquiry into perioperative small animal fatalities. Vet Anaesth Analg. 2008;35:365-373. https://www.vmedtechnology.com/Post-surgical%20deaths.pdf
[4] https://wagwalking.com/horse/condition/periodontal-disease-1
[5] https://www.rvc.ac.uk/review/Dentistry/Shared_Media/pdfs/perio_print.pdf
*Please note: We can only distribute HDE equipment to the UK, Ireland and Dubai. If you are located outside of these countries, please contact us for alternatives available.