Veterinary Dental Center

Veterinary Dental Center is a dental practice in Aurora, IL. It provides complete oral health care for dogs and cats, going beyond standard teeth cleaning to offer advanced dentistry including root canal therapy and crowns. The practice specializes in Maxillofacial surgery, such as the repair of jaw fractures and the diagnosis and treatment of oral and facial tumors. The team serves pet owners in Aurora and surrounding areas, with a focus on enriching the life of each pet treated.

The facility is designed to provide a relaxed and fear-free experience for both pets and their owners. It features four fully equipped dental workstations with dental-specific lighting, gas anesthesia, multi-parameter anesthetic monitors, iPad charting systems, IV fluid pumps, patient warming, digital dental x-rays, and 3D imaging. The reception area includes a coffee bar, wifi, and dog beds for waiting owners. During consultations, staff use models and photographs of similar cases to illustrate necessary treatments, and owners can observe procedures through glass windows. The practice emphasizes transparency and close collaboration with referring veterinarians, providing procedure summaries, dental pictures, and x-rays after treatment.

Dr. Stephen Juriga, a Board Certified Veterinary Dentist, earned his doctorate from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 1987 and became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dentistry in 2007. He is a member of the Medical Advisory Board of Brookfield Zoo and the Shedd Aquarium, and co-authored the 2013 American Animal Hospital Association Dental Care Guidelines. Dr. Kling, another Board Certified Veterinary Dentist, emphasizes the team’s shared goal of making life healthier and happier for pets. The practice also provides advanced dental services to zoo animals and working dogs, including police and military dogs.

Veterinary Dental Center holds a perfect 5.00 rating based on customer reviews. Located at 345 Sullivan Rd, the practice operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Its specialized approach to veterinary dentistry and oral surgery in Aurora reflects a deep commitment to pet comfort and health.