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Quality Veterinary Medicine :: Pet Dental Health
Giving Your Pet the Gift of Excellent Dental Health
Most pet owners are unaware that approximately 72 percent of a pet’s health problems are caused by bacteria buildup on the teeth. Combine that with plaque, and the fact that most illnesses occur in pets older than six years, and it’s amazing that no one talks about it.
How can I give my pet the gift of excellent health if I don’t know what’s wrong with him?
Proper preventive dental care includes daily brushing of your pet’s teeth, along with an annual teeth-cleaning procedure. By following this regime, you can guarantee your pet that he will not have painful, costly, and potentially fatal health problems.
What happens when bacteria remains on the teeth, and how does it affect my pet’s health?
- Bacteria from the teeth enter the bloodstream at the gum line. The bacteria causes a compromised immune system.
- It damages the kidneys, liver, and heart valves.
Similar to the way we feel when we have a cold or the flu, we can still get around, but all we want to do is lie down until we feel better again. We have no energy, and we begin to become lethargic. The same is true for our pets.
Sometimes pet owners regard their animal’s lethargy as old age or slowing down as they go through the natural aging process. However, the miracle appears to happen after an annual teeth cleaning.
We’ve heard our clients remark, “He’s acting like a puppy again,” or “She’s acting like a kitten again.” That’s because the kidneys, liver, and heart valve are no longer compromised by bacteria in the system. By getting rid of the bacteria, the symptoms and poor health have been eliminated as well.
Daily brushing is best accomplished when it is incorporated into the pet’s daily routine. Many of our clients will place their pet in their lap and brush their teeth during an evening TV show. Many pets enjoy the attention and the way it feels to have their gums and teeth massaged.
If you have a Lab or a Golden Retriever, they’ve been known to sit to have their teeth cleaned prior to playing Frisbee. Amazing!
Yes, your pet’s physician is also their dentist, too!
Why not make a dental appointment for your pet today to have his or her teeth cleaned? It only takes a minute to call, and your pet will thank you!
