Periodontal disease, did you know ...?

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Did you know that periodontal disease can lead to systemic disease? The bacteria from the mouth get into the blood stream and can cause cardiovascular disease, renal disease, liver disease and atherosclerosis.

So look after your dog's teeth. Try to keep them clean and if necessary have them professionally cleaned/dental extractions .
 
skinnydipper said:
Did you know that periodontal disease can lead to systemic disease? The bacteria from the mouth get into the blood stream and can cause cardiovascular disease, renal disease, liver disease and atherosclerosis.

So look after your dog's teeth. Try to keep them clean and if necessary have them professionally cleaned/dental extractions .
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Absolutely, it’s well documented in humans also. Add in an increased risk of stroke, cognitive decline and adverse effects on diabetes -all linked to chronic oral inflammation.

Any inflammation and/or gingival (gum) bleeding is a sign of gum disease (Periodontitis/gingivitis depending on its progression). Regular plaque disruption/removal is the most effective way to combat these issues. Plaque is the bacterial biofilm that collects on teeth daily- so brushing is the most effective way of keeping on top of this.
 
Weirdly I logged on last night after cleaning Zig's teeth and this was the first post I saw :). I agree, its important particularly with small dogs and certain breeds. In all my years with GSDs I have never cleaned their teeth (I do check regularly) and they have never had dental problems. Mine also have fish skins daily and Canident so hopefully will avoid issues .
 
MurphysMinder said:
Weirdly I logged on last night after cleaning Zig's teeth and this was the first post I saw :). I agree, its important particularly with small dogs and certain breeds. In all my years with GSDs I have never cleaned their teeth (I do check regularly) and they have never had dental problems. Mine also have fish skins daily and Canident so hopefully will avoid issues .
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My GSD has the most beautiful white teeth I've ever seen on a dog, with no plaque, so I wonder if it's a genetic thing. I've never cleaned her teeth either.
 
meleeka said:
My GSD has the most beautiful white teeth I've ever seen on a dog, with no plaque, so I wonder if it's a genetic thing. I've never cleaned her teeth either.
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If my experience is anything to go by, it is, though I have had other breeds with no problems either.
 
So much of it is genetic, one of mine is prone to a manky gob despite daily brushing, ultrasonic toothbrush, Canident etc. He had his first routine dental aged six and I'm blobbing in adhesive chlorhexidine paste to try and preserve two lower incisors for a bit longer. His father lost the same ones!
 
My Lab (4) has the most lovely pearly whites you've seen. Percy, also 4, has the most vile yellow snappers and constant plaque. He had a dental under GA about 3 months ago because he just wont let us brush them and those finger things are about as helpful as a chocolate tea pot!
 
Our old terrier had awful teeth, he had an underbite so they didn’t meet properly.

Young terrier has beautiful pearly whites but questionable breathe at the moment.
 
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