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PET DENTAL CARE
Pets have teeth too! And just like humans, they need regular dental care. Dirty teeth and bad breath are not only unappealing, but most pet guardians do not realize that they can lead to serious gum disease. Periodontal disease is not only bad for oral health, but it has also been linked to the overall health of pets. Plaque and tartar contain bacteria that under the gum line gam access to blood vessels to travel to other parts of the body. We routinely see pets with chronic bronchitis, chronic kidney insufficiency, liver disease, heart disease and brain abscesses that trace back to unhealthy gums. By age 3, 80% of all dogs and 70% of all cats have some form of periodontal disease. Pets that receive routine dental care, on average, live 5 years longer than pets that do not! The "Warning Signs" of periodontal disease: * Bad breath * Red, swollen gums * Pain or bleeding when your pet eats * Decreased appetite or difficulty eating Your pet does not need to demonstrate any of these signs to be suffering from dental disease, however, if your pet has any of these symptoms, periodontal disease may be present. Our veterinarians can evaluate your pet's oral health and temperament to determine if a Professional Non-Anesthetic Dental cleaning is right for them. Please feel free to call any one of our three locations to schedule an appointment for your pet's evaluation. |
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