Can You Recognize the Warning Signs of Pet Dental Disease?
Dogs and cats need dental care, too! Just like humans, tartar and bacteria accumulate under your pet’s the gum line, which results in gum disease, bone loss, tooth loss and other issues. Yes, you must lift your pet’s lips to see your pet’s teeth and gums and look inside your pet’s mouth. If your pet has bad breath, that is an indication your pet has dental disease and needs dental care. If you see any redness or discoloration present on the teeth or gums, that is a sign your pet needs dental care. Normal teeth have uniform white color and the gums have light pink color throughout, that is an indication of dental disease. If you touch the teeth and they move, or if the gums bleed that is an indication of periodontal disease.
Signs of dental problems include:
- Bad breath
- Facial swelling
- Red swollen gums or any bleeding from the mouth
- Loose or broken teeth
- Changes in eating habits or behavior or a reluctance to eat
- Drooling or dropping food from the mouth
- Refusal to play with toys
- Sneezing, nasal discharge, or excessive salivation
Dog and Cat Dentist in Lake Worth FL
The veterinarians at Lake Worth Animal Hospital are here to help you keep your pet’s mouth healthy and pain free. Please contact Lake Worth Animal Hospital to schedule your pet’s dental check up today!
