Gum Disease Is The #1 Diagnosed Problem In Pets!
Disturbingly, by the time they’re just two years old, 80 percent of dogs and 70 percent of cats exhibit some sign of gum disease! Not only that, 10% of dogs have a broken tooth with pulp (nerve or root canal) exposure which is extremely painful until the nerve dies and the tooth becomes infected!
Infectious oral diseases affecting the gums and root canals create bacteria in the blood stream, which can infect other parts of the body. In fact, periodontal inflammation and infection have been linked to numerous problems including heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease, emphysema, liver disease, osteoporosis, pregnancy problems and diabetes. This has led oral infectious diseases to become known in veterinary circles as “the silent killer.”
Equally as heart breaking is the news that oral disease can also cause inflammation to the eye, resulting in blindness. Not to mention, jaw bone loss from chronic infection can lead to a jaw fracture known as a pathologic fracture which can be very hard to heal. If that wasn’t enough, infectious oral disease can result in bone infections, nasal infections and an increased risk of oral cancer!
The Good News is that Gum Disease IS Preventable!
Just as with us Humans, a good dental care regime can prevent gum disease so it is important to get your pets checked over. Dogs and cats should have their teeth examined twice a year. A lot of changes can happen in one year. Remember humans get their teeth checked once every six months and brush their teeth twice per day yet cats and dogs use their mouths much more than you do!
We understand the limits a financial restriction can place on you and your pets, that is why throughout the month of February we are offering 15% off anything that is dental related! In addition to offering the 15% discount we are also offering Free Dental Exams, if you’re not sure if your pet needs to have their teeth cleaned schedule an appointment today and take advantage of these great deals while they last! Call us at (972) 242-7606 and help protect your pets from “the silent killer”