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Surprising, right? When you think about significant health problems for pets, you may be more likely to picture the latest splashy disease in the news, or that mysterious malady your neighbor's cat suffered from for many years. But plain old dental disease leads the pack. |
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Why it's a big deal:
Speaking transparently, dental disease is super sneaky. It may be called "dental disease", but it doesn't limit its damage to your pet's (very cute) mouth. Any infection there can actually invade the bloodstream and infect internal organs like the heart, liver, and kidneys, sometimes causing fatal damage. |
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 The flip side of that somber news is that it means you can have a very positive impact on your pet's health, simply by making their dental health a priority. Keeping those chompers clean will help to prevent nasty bacterial buildup in their mouth in the first place! |
| And aside from the significant health benefits of pet dental care, there's the added perk of being able to bask in pet kisses from a sweet-smelling mouth! (Chronic bad breath is not normal and is very often a strong indication of dental disease). |
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We can help!
Even pets who get their teeth brushed regularly at home (kudos!) will occasionally need professional dental care. A dental evaluation and treatment at our practice will help keep your pet's mouth and entire body healthy. |
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| Click here to learn about professional veterinary dental care and what to expect should your pet need it. |
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This list is helpful for home monitoring reference, but keep in mind that playing and eating and other normal behavior doesn't necessarily mean a pet's mouth is disease-free. Dogs especially won't let much interfere with their desire to chow down (we get you, dogs), and all animals - cats especially! - are hard-wired to hide signs of illness and discomfort for survival.
Even sharp-eyed pet owners like you may see no signs of dental disease at all, which is why it's so important to let us evaluate your pet's dental health regularly.
Click here to learn more. |
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So there you have it: the transparent truth about pet dental health is that it can have a big impact on your pet's life and overall health, but that impact can go either way.
Call us today at (203) 869-0534 to schedule an appointment. Whether your best pet friend needs a comprehensive dental treatment or a quick dental check-up, we'll help you get their entire body on track - from clean, fresh mouths to happy tails!
Sincerely,
Your friends at Greenwich Animal Hospital |
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Reminder: If you're feeling under the weather or may have been exposed to COVID-19, please arrange for someone else to bring your pet in for a visit. This is for the safety of our staff, our clients, our patients - and for your own health, as well. |
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