Does your pup or kitty have stinky breath? It may be a symptom of more severe disease, despite being annoying. Puppies and kittens with periodontal disease, also known as gum or dental disease, run the risk of permanently harming their dental health and internal organs. Discover how to identify the signs of illness and stop it in its tracks.
A bacterial infection is brought on by dental plaque. Dental plaque accumulates and solidifies into tartar if regular cleaning is neglected. Infections and tooth damage will start when tartar and bacteria become trapped beneath the gum line. Pet owners usually cannot see this part of the mouth.
As the disease worsens, the pet can experience pain and difficulty eating. Tooth loss is also possible as the disease progresses. Other major body systems, such as the heart and kidneys, can also be damaged as the oral bacteria travels to the blood (also known as bacteremia). By the time they reach three years, about eighty percent of dogs and seventy percent of cats exhibit some symptoms of periodontal disease.
Any sign of a dental problem exhibited by your pet should warrant a visit to your animal hospital Carmel Valley.
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