This chronic
infection under the gum line will lead to abscessed teeth and can harm the heart, kidneys and other vital organ systems.
In addition to loose teeth,
infection under the gum line can spread to the liver, kidneys and heart.
Infections under the gum line can also spread to the liver, kidneys and heart, negatively impacting your pet's overall health.
Whether you can or can not actually see tarter on your pet's teeth, they may be suffering from a bacterial
infection under the gum line.
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Most dental problems occur
under the
gum line, including tooth root
infection and tooth resorption.
2) The plaque and tarter will be left
under the
gum line where it will continue to harvest
infection and cause problems for your pet's dental health.
Periodontal disease is an
infection of the
gums caused by the build - up of plaque on the tooth surface and
under the
gum line.
During this procedure, the tartar and calculus on your dog's teeth is scraped completely away, and the roots
under the
gum line are probed for any open pockets of
infection.
Some of those underlying problems can be
infection, abscesses, or root and / or pulp damage
under the
gums line.
The bacteria usually build up
under the
gum line and teeth roots and causes an
infection that can lead to bone degeneration, tooth rotting and loss, and in more serious cases, it can lead to disease of major organs.
Plaque and tartar build up are followed by gingivitis (
infection of the
gums due to bacteria build up
under the
gum line) and then periodontal disease.
After cleaning,
gum margins are examined for pockets, exposed roots or
infection hidden
under the
gum -
line and treated appropriately.
«You care most about what's happening
under the
gum -
line where hidden
infection and pain resides,» explains Dr. Jean Batigg, DVM, DAVDC of ADCNW.