Up to 80 % of dogs and 70 % of cats that don't receive proper dental care will develop
signs of dental disease by the age of three.
While you might not notice
signs of dental disease because dogs hide most dental pain, you will notice the night - and - day change in your pet when oral problems are finally taken care of, Woodward says.
The
outward signs of dental disease can range from obvious issues like reluctance to eat dry food, pawing at the mouth, or drooling to more subtle changes such as hiding, decreased playfulness, or weight loss.
Veterinarians know
what signs of dental disease to look for during the oral exam, but only dental radiographs can detect serious problems in the tooth or under the gum line that a visual examination alone won't identify.
For example, it's estimated that 80 % of dogs and 70 % cats show
signs of dental disease by age three, leading to abscesses, loose teeth, and chronic pain.
For that reason, our modern facility is equipped to perform digital dental radiography, which allows us to capture high - definition images below your pet's gum line and jaw in order to
identify signs of dental disease that can not be determined by visual examination.
Having regular veterinary dental checkups for your cat is the best way to prevent and detect the early
signs of dental disease in cats.
Red gums, heavy tartar accumulation, bad breath, a decrease in appetite, and pawing at the mouth are just a
few signs of dental disease in pets.