Dentistry
Dental Disease in Pets
As a pet owner, it is difficult to detect dental disease in our pets, especially since they do not have the advantage of discussing their pain with us. The American Veterinary Dental Society has published a study indicating that greater than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats develop gum disease by the age of 3 years. If plaque and calculus accumulate on a pet’s teeth, specifically below the gum line, then periodontal disease is initiated. Signs of periodontal disease and its progression include:
1. Bad breath
2. Bleeding/ redness of the gums
3. Receding gums/ loose teeth
4. Loss of teeth
In order to stop periodontal disease from initiating or progressing, it is important to take preventative measures. Prophylactic treatments are recommended to keep the teeth clean and maintain proper oral health. Other treatment options provided by veterinarians include ultrasonic scaling, sub-gingival manual scaling, and polishing. As with any other dental procedure in pets, these treatments are performed under general anesthesia with minimal risk to the pet. In fact, the continued progression of dental disease affects the overall health of the animal to a greater extent than any risk posed by the anesthetic. Therefore, it is highly recommended that every pet be screened and prophylactically treated to preserve their healthy, clean teeth.
1. Bad breath
2. Bleeding/ redness of the gums
3. Receding gums/ loose teeth
4. Loss of teeth
In order to stop periodontal disease from initiating or progressing, it is important to take preventative measures. Prophylactic treatments are recommended to keep the teeth clean and maintain proper oral health. Other treatment options provided by veterinarians include ultrasonic scaling, sub-gingival manual scaling, and polishing. As with any other dental procedure in pets, these treatments are performed under general anesthesia with minimal risk to the pet. In fact, the continued progression of dental disease affects the overall health of the animal to a greater extent than any risk posed by the anesthetic. Therefore, it is highly recommended that every pet be screened and prophylactically treated to preserve their healthy, clean teeth.
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Brushing Dog's Teeth
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Brushing Cat's Teeth
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Copyright © 2012 Pasadena Pets Hospital