August is National Dental Month
- Bryan Benshoof
- Aug 03, 2016
- dental, teeth
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We are offering FREE dental checks and 10% OFF all dental procedures throughout August.
DOES YOUR DOG HAVE DOG BREATH?
DOES YOUR CAT HAVE DOG BREATH??
Bad breath or halitosis is the smell of bacterial scum/plaque on your pet’s teeth. It is NEVER NORMAL and ALWAYS INDICATES A PROBLEM.
By 3 years of age, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats will be suffering from some degree of bacterial mouth infection. Bacterial plaque hardens to form tartar and spreads under the gum line where toxins from the bacteria cause gingivitis, bone infection and ultimately tooth loss.
Gingivitis and bone infection are PAINFUL. Your pet will invariably continue to eat because the alternative is starvation. Sometimes you can see them chewing on one side of their mouth only.
Bone infection weakens the bone and can lead to fractures of the jaw from simple activities like ball catching. Bacteria from the mouth can also enter the blood stream where they can damage the heart, liver and kidneys.
The GOOD NEWS is that these days we have the expertise and technology to look after our pet’s teeth and mouths as we would our own.
So if your pet’s breath is knocking you out please see us for a FREE dental check, discussion of any required treatment and tips on how to prevent tartar occurring.