Posts Tagged: Dog Dental
Pet Dental Care – The Importance of Oral Hygiene
Angela Ellini, CVA II, Oak Forest Veterinary Hospital
Why should we worry about pet dental care?
The truth is a healthy mouth is a healthy body! Studies show 85% of adult pets have some stage of dental disease. The bacteria found in dental plaque and tartar can also have harmful effects on the heart, lungs, kidneys, and liver. Being proactive with your pet’s oral care can make a difference in their health.
Knowing When to Take Action
It is important to be able to recognize the signs of dental disease before progression into larger, more severe problems. Pets can experience tooth and bone loss, gum inflammation, and infection which may go unnoticed because they cannot verbally tell us when something is wrong. Due to their instinct for survival, a pet will often mask their pain. Continue…