Imagine what would happen if you didn’t brush your teeth regularly. The
same applies to your pet’s teeth. Regular dental care is as important for
your pet as it is for you.
About Periodontal Disease
Many pet owners don’t realize that oral disease is the number one health
problem diagnosed in pets. In fact, statistics show that 85 percent of all
dogs and cats have some sort of tooth and gum disease by the time they
are just three-years-old.*
Just like in humans, dogs and cats are susceptible to plaque and tartar
build-up, which can lead to gingivitis and even periodontitis, a chronic form
of the disease that can be painful.
Periodontal disease, which includes gingivitis and periodontitis, is an
inflammation and/or infection of the gums and bone around pet’s teeth.
Over time, plaque and tartar build-up can lead to inflammation of the gums
around the pet’s teeth—gingivitis.
Periodontitis is a potentially irreversible infection that if left untreated, can
result in the destruction of gum and bone and other tissues around the
pet's teeth. In most severe cases, periodontitis can ultimately lead to loss
of teeth, fracture of the jawbones, and other serious consequences that
can dramatically impact a pet’s quality of life and overall health.
Whenever it is possible, preventing disease is preferable to treating it and
in the case of periodontitis, this is especially true. It is a progressive
infectious disease that can lead to unhealthy and painful conditions for
dogs and cats that may require difficult and costly treatments.
The good news is that periodontal disease can be prevented with a good
dental care program including:
· Daily home oral care
· Regular visits to your veterinarian, which include an oral exam
· Veterinary dental cleaning as advised
Dental diets, oral gels or rinses, and chew toys may also help as aids in
prevention.
Keeping your pet’s mouth healthy is essential to their health.
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*Beard G, Emily P, Mulligan T, Williams C. American Animal Hospital Association,
Veterinary Dentistry, Course 1, 1989.
** Photos and edited text from an article provided by Pfizer Animal Health
same applies to your pet’s teeth. Regular dental care is as important for
your pet as it is for you.
About Periodontal Disease
Many pet owners don’t realize that oral disease is the number one health
problem diagnosed in pets. In fact, statistics show that 85 percent of all
dogs and cats have some sort of tooth and gum disease by the time they
are just three-years-old.*
Just like in humans, dogs and cats are susceptible to plaque and tartar
build-up, which can lead to gingivitis and even periodontitis, a chronic form
of the disease that can be painful.
Periodontal disease, which includes gingivitis and periodontitis, is an
inflammation and/or infection of the gums and bone around pet’s teeth.
Over time, plaque and tartar build-up can lead to inflammation of the gums
around the pet’s teeth—gingivitis.
Periodontitis is a potentially irreversible infection that if left untreated, can
result in the destruction of gum and bone and other tissues around the
pet's teeth. In most severe cases, periodontitis can ultimately lead to loss
of teeth, fracture of the jawbones, and other serious consequences that
can dramatically impact a pet’s quality of life and overall health.
Whenever it is possible, preventing disease is preferable to treating it and
in the case of periodontitis, this is especially true. It is a progressive
infectious disease that can lead to unhealthy and painful conditions for
dogs and cats that may require difficult and costly treatments.
The good news is that periodontal disease can be prevented with a good
dental care program including:
· Daily home oral care
· Regular visits to your veterinarian, which include an oral exam
· Veterinary dental cleaning as advised
Dental diets, oral gels or rinses, and chew toys may also help as aids in
prevention.
Keeping your pet’s mouth healthy is essential to their health.
_____________________________________________
*Beard G, Emily P, Mulligan T, Williams C. American Animal Hospital Association,
Veterinary Dentistry, Course 1, 1989.
** Photos and edited text from an article provided by Pfizer Animal Health
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A few of our good friends...
| Tater |
| Simon |
| Roxy |
| Moose |
Why Pet Dental Health Is So Important:
| February is Dental Health Month All Dentals 15% off (Discount applied to the cost of Dental Prophylactic and Anesthesia) |
| Before cleaning |
| Before cleaning |
| After cleaning |
| After cleaning |
| Periodontal Disease Stage 1** |
| Periodontal Disease Stage 4** |
| Periodontal Disease Stage 3** |
| Periodontal Disease Stage 2** |
| Coming in for a dental? In a hurry? Click here for our Dental Consent Form Just print, fill it out and bring it with you when dropping your pet off. |
| Coco |
| Buford |