Unfortunately, the
more advanced periodontal disease becomes, the more risk to your pet's vital organs and the more extensive the dental work needed to treat the problem.
Initially plaque and tartar build up, progressing to bad breath, gingivitis, infection starting under the gum line, soreness in the mouth, and
finally advanced periodontal disease and tooth loss.
It is not until a proper examination by a veterinarian is performed that severe dental disease is noted.It is much easier and less expensive to prevent dental disease by providing proper care than to
treat advanced periodontal disease.
Common referrals
include advanced periodontal disease, feline tooth resorption and stomatitis, fractured teeth, dental radiography and advanced imaging, maxillofacial trauma, oral cancer and high - risk anesthesia candidates in need of dental care.
Gum surgery and tissue regeneration surgery can be performed to save teeth affected with
advanced periodontal disease.
Advanced periodontal disease can cause loss of viable teeth.
If your dog has
advanced periodontal disease, it may also be necessary to have a veterinary dentist evaluatethe teeth or perform dental x-rays.
An advanced periodontal disease often found in conjunction with gingivitis and with autoimmune diseases like FIV and FeLV, stomatitis results in severe inflammation of the gums and entire oral region.
• Stage 4 is
advanced periodontal disease, where more than half of the tooth's support has been compromised.
That said,
advanced periodontal disease can not be treated with wisely - chosen bones.
Teeth with
advanced periodontal disease may require specialized methods to completely clean, which could involve periodontal surgery by one of our doctors.
It's commonly prescribed after dental procedures where a dog's mouth is particularly susceptible to infection due to
advanced periodontal disease.
Extractions / Nerve Blocks: Surgery to remove a tooth is necessary with
advanced periodontal disease, dental fractures or in cases when malocclusion threatens the health if adjacent teeth as is the case with baby teeth that are not lost.
For more
advanced periodontal disease, we offer dental extractions and even dental bonding when appropriate.
Step 3: Mouth Rinses Pets with
advanced periodontal disease or pets that will not allow brushing may also benefit from an antiseptic oral rinse.
Since a large percentage of our pets suffer from gingivitis or even more
advanced periodontal disease, this tool is vital for veterinarians and veterinary dentists.
Advanced periodontal disease is the most likely cause for a pet losing teeth although dental fractures and tooth resorption are other likely causes.
For pets with
advanced periodontal disease, non-anesthetic teeth cleaning could be an option for maintenance once a healthy mouth is established.
Should
advanced periodontal disease or other dental health issues be uncovered during your pet's procedure, the extraction of one or more teeth may be necessary to prevent the progression of the disease or further problems.
Advanced periodontal disease can lead to bone resorption.
All breeds, and especially small or toy breeds, four years of age or older that have never had oral care are prone to
advanced periodontal disease.
This is the major driver of
advanced periodontal disease.