In some cases, pets that show signs
of significant periodontal disease will be prescribed antibiotics a few days prior to the dental cleaning to reduce the infection and possibility of complications.
If the deciduous teeth remain after the permanent tooth has completely erupted, food, hair and other debris will become trapped between the teeth as well as in the gum tissues resulting
in significant periodontal disease.
Keep in mind that these products do not replace the need for dental cleanings in patients who have
significant periodontal disease.
Dr. Jennifer H.: A little known fact is that 85 % of dogs and cats before the age of three already have
significant periodontal disease present.
If your pet has
significant periodontal disease, then his / her mouth is teeming with pathogenic bacteria.