February Pet Dental Month
Have you noticed that your pet's breath is bad?
Do you actually push him or her away from your face because of the smell?
If you lift the side of your pet’s lips, do you see pearly white teeth and normal pink gums, or brownish yellowish tartar and red, swollen gums? Just think how you would feel if your teeth and gums were in the condition that your pet’s are in! Many pet owners question why it is important to have a pet’s teeth cleaned? Good dental health is a vital part of your pet’s general health. Research has shown that dogs and cats with poor dental health are highly likely to develop other diseases from bacteria entering the bloodstream through inflamed, bleeding or infected gums. These bacteria settle in the liver, kidney, urinary bladder, and heart tissue and cause infection in these organs. Moreover, when a pet has a chronic oral (mouth) infection, this is also very hard on his or her immune system, and can limit his ability to fight off other infections and diseases. Make no mistake: periodontal (gum) disease and abscessed teeth are VERY PAINFUL for your pet, and having these conditions treated will help your pet live a longer, healthier, and pain free life! If you are uncertain if your pet’s teeth need cleaning, please ask about an oral exam for your pet. Call our office at 906-774-5961 to schedule an appointment for your oral examination or dental cleaning. In addition, we would like to offer all pets who receive a dental workup and cleaning at Iron Mountain Animal Hospital, a FREE bag of at-home dental care products, an excellent means to maintain good dental health! Thank-you for allowing us to care for your pet’s health! The American Veterinary Medical Association has declared February as National Pet Dental Month
Is your pet sensitive around the face or muzzle?
Prevention is the best protection from periodontal disease
Preventing periodontal disease by keeping your pet’s teeth and gums healthy isn’t just a job for your veterinarian. It’s your job, too.
While nothing can take the place of regular visits to the veterinarian for checkups and cleaning, ongoing follow-up oral care at home is just as important in controlling plaque and tartar formation.
