Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio
Providing a Compassionate Approach to Veterinary Dentistry
Our mission is to provide peace of mind to pet owners and veterinarians while providing comfort to our patients through high-quality, specialized care in anesthesia, dentistry, and oral surgery.
Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio
Serving Patients from Greater Columbus, Cleveland, Dayton, & Toledo in Ohio and the USA.
General Frequently Asked Questions
Perspective clients can submit their own referral at the following link: https://ohiovetdentist.com/vet-referral-forms/
Yes, Our pets are unable to stay completely still when obtaining imaging (or approached with sharp dental instruments), so administering medication that removes the risk of sudden movements is necessary. We also need to be able to secure the patient’s airway to safely use water in the mouth, which is only possible through general anesthesia. We take anesthesia very seriously here; your pet will be monitored continuously throughout the procedure as well as during induction and recovery.
All patients go home the same day. The time of discharge will be determined by where your pet lies in the surgery schedule order, the length of the surgery itself, and how quickly your pet recovers. Since the details above can be somewhat unpredictable, we recommend that you schedule your pet’s surgery on a day when you have flexibility.
We do! Trupanion Pet Insurance will compensate us directly; all other insurance companies will reimburse the policy holder after a completed procedure. Coverage varies widely between insurance companies and policies, so we recommend confirming your pet’s level of coverage through your insurance company prior to your appointment.
We recommend products that are VOHC certified, which are listed on the VOHC website. And remember: when choosing a chew toy for your pet, try to avoid anything that you can’t indent with your fingernail or wouldn’t want hit against your knee.
While we do not offer traditional financing, we do accept payment through the medical credit card Care Credit. More information on Care Credit (as well as general payment information) can be found on our payments page:
The “dental cleaning” is only part of the VDOSO experience; every surgical procedure here begins with a comprehensive oral and radiographic evaluation by a board-certified veterinary dentist (which includes 3D imaging with a Cone-Beam CT, full mouth dental radiographs, and an oral cancer screening), followed by periodontal therapy (which would fall under the “cleaning” portion of the procedure) and any necessary oral surgery/specialty treatments. Because dentistry in pets requires general anesthesia, VDOSO minimizes risk through tailored anesthetic plans (based on breed, age, and health condition), and constant monitoring by multiple registered veterinary technicians before, during, and after each procedure. Each estimate we give reflects the value of the details above and will usually fall somewhere between twenty-five hundred and sixty-five hundred dollars. If no oral surgery or specialty treatments are needed, then the cost will likely be on the lower end of that range. Long, complicated surgeries, or surgeries on large dogs, may be on the higher end.
Reviews
Posted on Nicolette BonamaseApril 21, 2026 I had an excellent experience with the staff and with Dr. Berning at Veterinary Dentistry & Oral Surgery of Ohio during my dog Bristol’s dental surgery. From start to finish, they were incredibly thorough and attentive. They took the time to clearly explain every step of the process and answered all of my questions with patience and care, which really helped put me at ease. After the procedure, they went above and beyond by showing me detailed before-and-after pictures and walking me through the at-home care instructions for Bristol’s recovery. It was clear they truly care about both their patients and their owners. Most importantly, I felt confident that Bristol was in very good hands the entire time she was there. The staff treated her with such kindness and compassion, and that meant everything to me. I’m very grateful for the level of care they provided and would highly recommend them to anyone in need of specialized dental care for their pets.Posted on Kimberlee SpicerApril 18, 2026 I wholeheartedly recommend Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio for exceptional pet care. Dr. Berning and her entire team consistently deliver the "gold standard" of veterinary service, an assessment I make confidently after more than 15 years working in the animal behavior world with a lot of veterinary crossover. The high level of care is profoundly evident in the compassionate environment fostered by Dr. Berning, where staff members feel supported and valued, enabling them to treat every pet—like our dog, Rex—as their own. Every person we encountered—including Carly, Laura, Sarah, Savanna, and Ena—was incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and compassionate. The team's approach is exceptional because every step is designed to maximize comfort for the pet and guardian. The practice creates a low-stress atmosphere, using exam rooms that feel like a living room. They prioritized passive handling during the exam, utilizing photography and video recording to review findings without subjecting Rex to continuous examination and increased stress. Facing a potentially complicated oral mass surgery for our senior dog, clear and thorough communication and reassurance was something I needed. The team welcomed my numerous questions without judgment, demonstrating compassion for the anxiety a pet guardian naturally feels. They offered rare (to other clinics) and deeply appreciated accommodations, such as letting Rex wait with me in the exam room before surgery, and allowing me to stay in the room for the duration of the procedure, providing updates on Rex’s progress. This extraordinary gesture significantly calmed my nerves and was greatly appreciated. A truly standout moment involved my conversation with Dr. Berning following her initial evaluation of Rex. Given the location of the mass, I was reluctant to subject my 13 ½-year-old dog to an extensive surgery that might require bone removal or partial jaw removal. Dr. Berning's response was exactly what I needed to hear: "I agree, I am not looking to do a surgery just because I can, I am looking to give him a good quality of life with the time he has". I am immensely grateful for the brilliance required to perform the surgery, coupled with her unwavering focus on what was genuinely best for Rex as an individual dog—a rare gift. The entire team's thoroughness and genuine enjoyment of their work were obvious at every stage. During the initial consultation, Carly and the entire staff expressed excitement to meet Rex because they had already reviewed his file in advance, which included "fun comments of how much Rex is loved". This detailed attention continued as Sarah, Ena, and Laura were incredibly helpful throughout the check-in and check-out process, ensuring all necessary information was gathered and readily answering all my questions. During the procedure itself, Savanna and Carly were meticulously by Rex’s side, ensuring his comfort at all times. I appreciated the special attention to detail, including ensuring his back was stable to prevent a flare-up of his IVDD, closely monitoring his anesthesia, and sitting with him as he woke up. Let's not forgot also ensuring no prolonged eye contact so Rex wouldn't get too excited 😆 Savanna also provided exceptional support during discharge, ensuring Rex would be comfortable for the long car ride home, going over every step of the procedure and offering thorough instructions and answering all my questions. Dr. Berning and staff, the compassionate environment you have fostered is profoundly evident in every interaction. I truly cannot thank you enough for the amazing work you did with Rex and continue to do for countless other animals. Photos are of at discharge and recovery.Posted on Brian SpicerApril 18, 2026 Absolutely the best. Start to finish Dr. Berning and her team were wonderful. The entire process was transparent and put us at ease knowing our pet was in good hands. Every member of the staff went above and beyond.Posted on RaChelle HorningApril 17, 2026 My experience here was really good. Very nice place and people, accommodating (have your own waiting room), great at communication, and eager to answer all questions. All this helped put my nervous mind at ease as my dog was having multiple teeth extracted. I felt he was being well taken care of. Would recommend!Posted on Michelle AndersenMarch 7, 2026 Our Bullmastiff, Maia, had oral surgery with Dr. Berning at Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio on 2/18/26. The surgery was needed for an oral mass that was in her upper mid- left jawline, involving some teeth. To say that we were nervous would be an understatement. Maia is a big part of our family and our lives. The minute we walked into Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio our anxiety was drastically improved. The staff was absolutely amazing, friendly, professional, and understanding. Maia is a very social dog and immediately loved the staff as well. We had a consult with Dr. Berning after she did an oral exam, she was extremely confident that the surgery that she had planned would be effective and with minimal if any cosmetic complications. We were not concerned about the cosmesis, we just wanted the mass gone and we wanted to make sure we had a plan for pain control post-op. The procedure and the process was explained to us very well, Maia would have a 3D CT scan to assist with the size and depth of the mass, she would have a board certified anesthesiologist, and of course Dr. Berning and her team. We agreed to proceed with the plan. They would call us when we could come pick Maia up. YES, she was able to come home the same day, that was absolutely amazing! We left the office and we both said, "I feel good, they took the anxiety away." We received a call, we were able to pick Maia up, she was very alert, the best she has ever been post-op/ post- anesthesia. We were given a very good explanation of how the surgery went, given images from the 3D CT, pictures of before and after, excellent post-op instructions for pain management, antibiotic treatment, diet/ eating, activity, and post-op follow up. We did stay overnight in Hilliard that night, it made us humans feel better that we were close to the office if we needed anything. But we also stayed overnight because we traveled just over 4 hours to get to Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio! YES, 4 hours, and it was worth it all, we would do it all again, if needed. We were called and given Maia's pathology report and what was needed in the future (yearly monitoring). Dr. Berning and her team nailed it, no further intervention needed at this time! I was in tears when Dr. Berning gave the report. We followed up with our Primary Veterinarian and everything is healing well. This is a long review, but if you are reading this and considering whether or not to go to Dr. Berning at Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio, DO IT! You will not be sorry! We cannot recommend this office enough! Thank You!! Mitch Reichard and Michelle Andersen.Posted on Rick WolfMarch 7, 2026 I think this is where Minion of narrow way homestead got his teef fixed fixed, and Nate was very satisfied.Posted on sandy gawelekDecember 2, 2025 I traveled 2 hours with my Belgian Malinois Mila for some broken teeth. The complete imaging and scans that were done revealed an issue with a previous procedure done elsewhere on a tooth. I could not be any happier with the care and treatment Mila received here ! Every staff member was exceptional from front desk to Dr. Berning herself. I absolutely love the fact that they have private rooms with small couches for comfort, while you wait for your pet to be treated. I would not hesitate to return here in the future ! Woman owned ! Great experience !Posted on Joselyn HerzogNovember 11, 2025 This facility took amazing care of our dog Cash. He was a high risk surgery due to his heart murmur and congenital heart disease but thanks to the amazing team and their anesthesiologists he is doing perfect and healing well. everyone was also very friendlyPosted on Erika S.October 12, 2025 I brought my cat Kitty Poo Poo all the from Cleveland for a dentistry appointment as my vet believed that she had oral cancer. Kitty was treated with the best care and the professionalism here is TOP TIER!! Kitty poo poo did have to have multiple teeth removed, a tooth was sent off for pathology and the results came back CANCER FREE!!!!! I would recommend this dentist office to all pet owners! They are very caring, knowledgeable and professional!!!!! 100/100Posted on Audrey LaivelingSeptember 25, 2025 We could not be more grateful to the team at Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio. Our cat had stomatitis and was not eating much, and our vet tried to tell us that we'd have to keep him on antibiotics for the rest of his life and that he would eventually essentially die from the condition. We took our cat to Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery, and they recommended full mouth extraction. We were nervous, but they were so professional and knowledgeable. The full mouth extraction went smoothly, and they were great about fielding our questions and concerns during the recovery process. Now, four months later, our cat is worlds better. He's more playful and active, he's eating normally, and he's gone from underweight to downright chunky! We took him for a checkup at our vet, and the vet was amazed that the stomatitis is virtually gone. Even if the stomatitis comes back in some form at some point, the change in these past four months has been worth every penny. We could not recommend Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio enough. Everyone that we interacted with treated us with care, compassion, and competence. Thank you so so much!
At Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio, we are a woman-owned practice, with the first woman Board Certified Veterinary Dentist in Ohio. A true leader in the veterinary dental space, our practice not only provides top care to our patients but also hosts doctors, technicians, and students from around the country for training and mentorship.
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