“Our reason for being here is to maintain the health of your pets & horses.”
The majority of dogs and cats that are over 4 years old have a condition in which bacteria attack the soft gum tissues of the mouth.
This condition is called periodontal disease.
Look for the signs of dental disease in your pet. If you see signs of dental disease arrange for a free dental check up at the clinic.
With early intervention the advanced disease can be avoided
how dental disease starts in your pet
Periodontal disease begins with the development of plaque on your pet's teeth.
Plaque is a substance that forms when bacteria multiply on the teeth and gums. Plaque mixes with saliva, hardens, and becomes the substances known as tartar and calculus.
Tartar can be easily removed safely and painlessly from your pet’s teeth at the surgery using out ultrasonic de-scaler and then polished.
Normal healthy
teeth
Gingivitis- the next stage in dental disease
If dental disease continues untreated bacteria, plaque, tartar, and calculus irritate the gums, which then become painful, red, and swollen. This stage of dental disease is called gingivitis.
At this stage a course of antibiotics may also be necessary as part of your pet’s dental treatment.
advanced periodontal disease
Eventually inflamed gums separate from the teeth, creating
pockets that can trap more bacteria. These pockets deepen and bacteria may attack the roots of the teeth and the bony tissue of the jaw, causing teeth to loosen, the gums to bleed, mouth odour, and pain when your pet eats.
By this stage the affected teeth are often beyond saving and it is best to remove the diseased teeth and treatment with antibiotics will be needed to allow the gums to heal again
Calculus on teeth
Gingivitis
Severe dental disease
WE offer FREE dental examinations
Please ring to make an appointment.
Our nurses with be able to advise you on preventative care for your pet’s teeth and gums.
