{"id":1230,"date":"2020-10-15T02:05:00","date_gmt":"2020-10-15T02:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parkside.beyondindigopets.com\/?p=1230"},"modified":"2021-11-17T13:54:35","modified_gmt":"2021-11-17T18:54:35","slug":"a-toothy-topic-why-dental-care-for-pets-is-important-to-overall-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/a-toothy-topic-why-dental-care-for-pets-is-important-to-overall-health\/","title":{"rendered":"A Toothy Topic: Why Dental Care for Pets Is Important to Overall Health"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/parksidevet.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/10\/iStock-968955858-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"pet dental visit\" class=\"wp-image-1231\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from the occasional dental chew, most pets don\u2019t get much attention to their dental care. After all, wild animals seem to get on okay without toothbrushing, so why wouldn\u2019t that be true for a companion animal?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Actually, there is every reason why <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/services\/dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet dental care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be on the top of the pet care list. Dental care for pets is paramount to overall health for several reasons, and is key to a pet\u2019s well-being. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The team at Parkside Animal Hospital<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is here to present a solid case for the importance of dental wellness for your four-legged friend.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Care for Pets<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Can you imagine going for months, or even years, without having your teeth examined? Or, going without tooth brushing for months? How would that feel?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our pets actually succumb to some of the dental problems and diseases that we experience if we neglect oral hygiene. Sadly, so many pets don\u2019t even get the basics of tooth brushing, which is why so many experience periodontal disease at an early age.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periodontal disease is an infection of the teeth and gums, as well as the surrounding structures of the mouth. It develops when there is an accumulation of plaque, tartar, food, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/reasons-why-your-dog-eats-poop-and-how-to-curb-their-interest\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">other debris<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remaining on the tooth\u2019s enamel and along the gumline. This accumulation breeds bacteria that can turn into systemic infection when left untreated.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Symptoms associated with dental disease include:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Halitosis\/foul breath<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth decay\/cavities<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Redness or inflammation of the gums<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleeding of the gumline<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loose or missing teeth<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pawing at mouth<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Difficulty chewing<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Swelling of jaw or cheek<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lesions<\/span><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Periodontal disease is painful, but there is much more to it than that. Dental disease is directly linked to the development of other diseases. Let\u2019s take a closer look at what these are and wny.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental Disease and Its Effects on the Body<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When infection is present and progresses over time, this leads to a variety of systemic diseases. Oral cancer is but one problem that is faced by pet\u2019s who have advanced periodontal disease.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since serious infections can be carried into the bloodstream and impact other body systems, dental disease has been linked to all of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bone infections<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sepsis<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diabetes<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Heart disease and valve conditions<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kidney disease<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Abscesses of the liver<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oral cancer and other cancers<\/span>&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because of the severity of certain conditions related to ongoing dental disease, it is imperative to maintain your pet\u2019s good oral health. The way to do this is <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/services\/wellness-preventive-care.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">through prevention<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preventing Dental Disease<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many problems of the gums, mouth, and teeth are entirely preventable. There are certain steps you can take as a loving pet owner to ensure the best possible health for your pet through dental care.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/beneath-the-surface-the-importance-of-routine-pet-wellness-exams\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pet\u2019s annual wellness checkups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> where your veterinarian will assess dental health, as well as overall well-being.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feed your pet a high quality pet food.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush your pet\u2019s teeth at least a few times per week (or better yet, daily) using a pet formulated toothpaste and brush (your toothpaste contains pet toxic ingredients).<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inspect your pet\u2019s teeth and gums regularly to look for signs of problems.<\/span><\/li><li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental chews are recommended compliments to good oral care, but do not replace brushing.<\/span><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your veterinarian may recommend professional cleaning, if your pet\u2019s teeth show the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/services\/dentistry.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">signs of plaque and tartar buildup<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This is a safe and effective way to keep your pet\u2019s teeth in good health.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more information on why dental care for pets is essential for longevity and optimal health, or to schedule an appointment, please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/#contact\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact us<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Aside from the occasional dental chew, most pets don\u2019t get much attention to their dental care. 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