Dog Dental Care · Chantilly, VA
Most veterinary practices offer basic cleanings. Dr. Masood offers something different — advanced oral surgery, complex and full-mouth extractions, and a nerve block–based pain management approach that eliminates the need for deep general anesthesia in most cases. Referrals accepted from practices that lack the equipment or experience for heavy dental work.
What our clients say about dental care at Nova Pets.
“We brought our puppo Coconut in to have an abscessed tooth removed. The original quote from our normal vet was a range from $1,700–$2,100... On the advice of a good friend, we brought Coco to Nova Pets... Obviously we chose the cheaper option, and boy were we glad. Not only did we save money, but on the day of her surgery my schedule changed and I wouldn't be available to pick her up before closing. They moved her surgery up, got the work done, and had her ready to go in 4 hours. They went above and beyond to conform to my last-minute scheduling change and still get my baby top-notch care. Thank you so much Nova Pets!”
“We took our Golden Retriever to Dr. Masood after discovering a mass on his lower gum line. After tests revealed it was oral cancer, Dr. Masood was quick to give us options on what could be done. Cruiser had successful surgery and is now cancer free. Dr. Masood did an excellent job and met all of our expectations — his recovery was swift. I would highly recommend Dr. Masood and Nova Pets Health Center!”
The stakes
The standard in veterinary dentistry is to put every patient under full general anesthesia for any dental procedure. Dr. Masood takes a different approach: regional nerve blocks combined with multimodal pain management allow most procedures to be performed safely under light sedation — reducing systemic anesthetic exposure, speeding recovery, and making dental care accessible to patients who are poor candidates for deep anesthesia. This approach requires a higher level of skill and anatomical knowledge than simply deepening a plane of anesthesia.
Left untreated, it doesn't stay just in the mouth. Bacteria from dental disease can enter the bloodstream and travel to other areas of the body — affecting the heart, kidneys, and liver. Oral bacteria that reach the heart valves can trigger inflammation and endocarditis, a serious and sometimes life-threatening condition. The kidneys, responsible for filtering waste from the bloodstream, can become inflamed and damaged over time. The liver, working to filter those same circulating bacteria, faces chronic strain that can lead to lasting damage.
The good news: caught early, dental disease is highly treatable. A professional cleaning, diagnostic X-rays, and an honest assessment of what's happening below the gumline can change the trajectory of your dog's long-term health.
Signs your dog may have dental disease
Most dogs don't show obvious signs
Dogs instinctively hide pain. The absence of symptoms does not mean the absence of disease — which is why a professional exam and X-rays are the only reliable way to know what's actually happening.
Our services
We don't refer out for dental work. Dr. Masood performs professional cleanings, extractions, and oral surgery here in Chantilly — with full anesthesia and monitoring on every procedure, and hundreds of cases of experience behind every decision.
On pricing
We consistently hear from clients that our prices are significantly more reasonable than quotes they received elsewhere. Dustin's experience above is not unusual — we believe good dental care shouldn't require choosing between your dog's health and your budget.
What to expect
Why Nova Pets
Not every practice has the surgical experience, equipment, or time to handle complex dental cases. Dr. Masood will communicate findings and treatment back to your practice promptly.
Call to discuss the case before scheduling. We're happy to talk through the clinical picture, confirm we're the right fit, and coordinate timing. (703) 378-9791 — Referral inquiries welcome.
Whether you're a pet owner seeking advanced dental care or a veterinarian looking to refer a complex case, we're the right call. Reach us directly to discuss the case before scheduling. Referral inquiries welcome.
Serving Chantilly, Centreville, Fairfax, and Northern Virginia since 2001 · 3935 Avion Park Ct Suite A102, Chantilly, VA 20151
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