Many of us realize the importance of for dental hygiene for ourselves. Have you ever stopped to think about how important it is for our pet?
As with us, dental care prevents many forms of dental disease including tartar build-up, gingivitis, and the loss of bone and tissues that support the teeth. Sadly for our pets, the bacteria that live in the tartar and plaque are swallowed constantly. This bacteria finds a new home in and around the heart and can cause heart disease. For that reason, dental care for our pets has become an important topic during regular vet visits.
During a routine exam, your veterinarian will do an oral exam to look for signs of periodontal disease in your pet's mouth. Depending on the severity of tartar build-up and the condition of the gums, your veterinarian will make a recommendation on dental care. There are many different approaches to oral care to be sure to choose the method you think will work best for you and your pet.
If a dental prophy is recommended, be sure you understand the procedure fully and feel free to ask the veterinarian any questions you may have. This will be the best opportunity to get your pet's teeth back to their original pearly white shine. This professional cleaning will also pave the way for preventative at home care.
A little insider's tip: February is Dental Health Month and many clinics offer their dental cleanings at a discount during that month.
At home care comes in many shapes and sizes. Do not despair if one treatment does not work for you. There are a lot of other options. Find something you and your pet can live with.
~Article written by Countryside Vet Clinic's Vet Tech Andrea
As with us, dental care prevents many forms of dental disease including tartar build-up, gingivitis, and the loss of bone and tissues that support the teeth. Sadly for our pets, the bacteria that live in the tartar and plaque are swallowed constantly. This bacteria finds a new home in and around the heart and can cause heart disease. For that reason, dental care for our pets has become an important topic during regular vet visits.
During a routine exam, your veterinarian will do an oral exam to look for signs of periodontal disease in your pet's mouth. Depending on the severity of tartar build-up and the condition of the gums, your veterinarian will make a recommendation on dental care. There are many different approaches to oral care to be sure to choose the method you think will work best for you and your pet.
If a dental prophy is recommended, be sure you understand the procedure fully and feel free to ask the veterinarian any questions you may have. This will be the best opportunity to get your pet's teeth back to their original pearly white shine. This professional cleaning will also pave the way for preventative at home care.
A little insider's tip: February is Dental Health Month and many clinics offer their dental cleanings at a discount during that month.
At home care comes in many shapes and sizes. Do not despair if one treatment does not work for you. There are a lot of other options. Find something you and your pet can live with.
~Article written by Countryside Vet Clinic's Vet Tech Andrea
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