[header] How to treat dental disease in senior cats [title] Talk to your veterinarian about treatment options. [step] Treatments for dental disease usually involve some form of general anesthetic. As with any anesthetic, there are risks involved that you should discuss with your doctor. 
[substeps] " what are the risks involved with a general anesthetic? " what do the results of the x rays tell us? " [title] Discuss any financial or quality-of-life concerns. [step] Treatment involving general anesthetic is pricey, so you should ask your veterinarian about fees.