Your pet deserves to have a healthy smile and the best way to help them have healthy teeth is by taking care of your pet’s teeth. Some pet owners are not aware of how to help their dogs and cats to enjoy strong teeth all throughout the year. However by learning the basics to keeping your pet’s teeth healthy, you can feel confident knowing you are doing the very best for your pet.
Periodontal disease
According to studies, 98% of dogs who have bad breath are suffering from periodontal disease. You may take it for granted if there is an odor coming from your dog’s mouth however this is not normal. Your dog may need to be taken to the vet so that they can examine their teeth in detail. After a comprehensive dental examination, your vet will be able to diagnose any dental concerns and develop a treatment plan moving forward.
Periodontal disease is caused by a buildup of plaque on the enamel of the teeth. Pet dental care is vital to preventing this disease in dog’s and cats. Your vet can discuss the dental care needs of your pet to ensure that they get their teeth examined on a regular basis. This will protect your pet against tooth decay which can affect their ability to chew properly.
Signs of oral disease
In order to best determine whether or not your pet’s teeth are in good condition, you should become familiar with signs of oral disease. Some of the markers of oral illnesses include loose teeth, missing teeth, excessive drooling, bad breath, cysts located under the tongue, or inflamed gums. A vet can look into your pet’s mouth to determine their oral condition. This allows you to be fully cognizant of any problems which exist so you can make the needed changes in your pet’s dental care routine.
If you have just adopted a pet, make sure that the vet provides an oral examination so that your pet can be assured of optimal dental health. Make sure to keep your pet’s dental records in a safe place so that you can refer to them as needed. If you change to a new vet, make sure to have the other vet fax over your pet’s dental records in addition to their health records. This will guarantee that their standard of health will not be interrupted.
Ortega Animal Care Center provides quality vet care for pets of all types and sizes.
