Importance of Dental Hygiene
Do you know how to identify pet dental issues with your dog or cat? Dental health is integral to your pet’s overall wellbeing, so make sure to ask your veterinarian for dental exams at least once per year. Come see the veterinarian at Wooded Acres Animal hospital in Middle Island for cleanings and assessment.
Why Dental Hygiene Is Important for Pets
The most effective thing that you can do to help prevent dental issues is to brush your pets’ teeth and follow-up with your veterinarian each year. Some of the dental problems that can arise in pets, particularly for pets that are over age three, include:
- Periodontal Disease.
- Infection.
- Oral tumors.
- Dental misalignment.
- Jaw fractures.
- Cleft Palate defects.
- Broken teeth and roots
Periodontal Disease is the most common canine dental issue, just as it is among humans. It causes chronic bad breath, tooth decay, and tooth loss, which also contribute to pain, behavioral changes, and illness or infection.
Prevent Periodontal Disease
Some of the lesser-known repercussions of Periodontal Disease are severe pain and medical problems for your pet. Related health issues include problems with kidneys, heart, and liver. These risks increase as your pet ages. Some other things you can do to protect your pet, besides brushing and annual veterinary visits are:
- Feed your pet kibbles and treats that target plaque and tartar.
- Make sure to provide plenty of clean water for your pets to drink as this is useful in removing sugars accumulating on the teeth.
- Abstain from giving your pet table scraps and human-food.
- Protect, treat, or avoid any dental traumas that could make your pet more vulnerable.
Detecting Periodontal Disease early is key to treating it, maintaining your pet’s teeth, and preventing tooth loss.
How Is Your Pet’s Dental Hygiene? Call Today to Make an Appointment for an Exam
If it is time for your pet to have a dental cleaning and examination, contact Wooded Acres Animal Hospital in Middle Island at (631) 205-0512. Don’t let them fall prey to Periodontal Disease, which brings tooth loss, pain, and misery along with it.