I just wanted to add here...I don't know if this helps but my groomer is a (licensed in CA-not sure if it's the same in other states) veterinary technician and she can do dentals included in grooming sessions. I'm not sure why but most vets don't like groomers attempting dentals so if you do go to a groomer be sure they are a vet tech who is allowed and trained to do dentals (mine told me she doesn't do certain dental procedures like extractions but if something else was needed she's let me know to take any of my dogs to the vet immediately, as she is experienced in what to look for and I'm so grateful it helps to have little checks between regular vet visits). The first dental we had done with gum treatments was at a the vets it was just the "scrapping" the groomer did but again she's a vet tech. I noticed a huge difference in Elvis' breath after the first dental scrapping-the gum treatments didn't seem to aid in his breath much, but he no longer had red swollen gums.
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