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Dental disease can be a serious problem with our dogs .  As in people, plaque buildup on your dog's  teeth leads to red, irritated gums, a condition called gingivitis.  Plaque begins as a film of food particles and bacteria that can harden over time into a dark, rock-like scale.  Bacteria invade the gap between the gum and the tooth, causing inflammation.  Over time, bacteria can destroy the bone that holds the tooth in place, leading to tooth loss or the need for extraction.  On occasion, bacteria can even invade the bloodstream, leading to serious infections in other organs such as the heart.
 

Unfortunately, quite a bit of damage due to dental disease can occur before you notice anything. So we check your pet's teeth every time they are groomed. We do offer a teeth brushing service. If done on a regular basis, this will considerately cut down on high teeth cleaning bills at your vet, which can run into the hundreds of dollars.

Four Stages of Periodontal Disease

  Canine
Stage I Gingivitis - Margin of attached gingiva (gum) is inflamed and swollen. Plaque covering teeth. Treatment can reverse condition.
Stage II Early Periodontitis - Entire attached gum is inflamed and swollen. Mouth is painful and odor begins to be noticeable. Professional treatment and home dental care can prevent this from becoming irreversible.
Stage III Moderate Periodontitis - Cherry red and bleeding attached gum is being destroyed by infection and calculus (tartar). Sore mouth affects eating and behavior. Bad breath is present. Beginning of periodontal disease. May be irreversible.
Stage IV Advanced Periodontitis - Chronic bacterial infection is destroying the gum, tooth and bone. Bacteria may be spreading throughout the entire body via the bloodstream and may damage the kidneys, liver and heart.