Here are some terms you should be familiar with!
Calculus or Tartar: Hard deposits, often stained yellow or brown, that form on teeth due to inadequate plaque control.
Gingiva: Soft tissue surrounding teeth.
Gingivitis: Inflamed, swollen, and reddish gum tissue that may bleed easily when touched or brushed.
Periodontitis: Advanced gum disease in which the inner layer of the gum and bone pull away from the teeth and form pockets and alveolar or supporting bone is destroyed. Untreated, it will lead to tooth loss.
Plaque: A film composed of food particles mixed with saliva and bacteria that constantly forms on teeth. It is a key factor in the development of dental disease.
So, the more you brush, the less the plaque and the slower calculus forms on the teeth. Every time you brush, you should clean your dog’s teeth. We carry Oravet Gel which is a weekly treatment instead of brushing.
Take a look in your pet's mouth. If you notice calculus build-up, call us and schedule an appointment and save yourself some money! And don't forget that February is National Dental Health Month!! As per our tradition we will again be offering 20% off all dental services! Give us a call, and make your appointment today.
To make an appointment for your pet today, give use a call at: (515) 727-5757, or email us at: dreberle@eberlenanimalhospital.com.
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