Over time dogs can suffer from plaque and tartar buildup, gingivitis, gum disease and
even fractured teeth causing more than just bad breath.
Not exact matches
Habitually crunching on ice can damage
teeth by wearing down the enamel and
even causing tiny
fractures in the
teeth.
Tooth fractures —
even minor ones — can expose the pulp and cause endodontic disease or pulpitis.
A dog's
teeth can suffer from many of the same periodontal issues as humans such as caries (cavities), gingivitis, mobile
teeth,
fractures and
even oral abscesses.
Several reported incidents (some
even fatal) of gastrointestinal upset, blockage,
tooth fractures, and choking have occurred in dogs using these type of products.
Since some dog's love bones a lot, they tend to chew it vigorously and may
even get their
teeth fractured.
Additionally,
even seemingly innocuous items around your yard and home (rocks, for example) can cause
tooth fractures and excessive wearing if your dog has a habit of chewing hard items.
Most pets with
tooth fractures don't show obvious signs of pain, but sadly, many suffer silently for weeks, months or
even years before the situation progresses to the point where they can't eat comfortably and lose their appetite.
These «treats» will actually cool your dog's
teeth down enough to make them
even more susceptible to chipping or
fracture.
Dental specialists know that
even a minor
fracture in a
tooth can have a major impact on a pet's overall health and well - being.
Pets are more prone to
fractured teeth if they chew on objects that are too hard, such as antlers, bones, hooves, rocks, nylon bones, and
even cage or kennel bars.
Adult chew toys are not suitable for puppies and can
even cause
fractures to a puppy's
teeth.