Dentistry is a common topic for cats and dogs. After annual vaccinations, toothache is the most common reason why pet owners have to visit their vet. In today's blog post, we explain how to recognize and, above all , prevent dental problems in pets.
The most common reason for bringing four-legged friends to the vet is chronic inflammation of the gums . What is particularly dangerous is the fact that gum inflammation can gradually spread throughout the entire oral cavity.
Particularly tragic : gingivitis almost always leads to cervical caries. It is not uncommon for affected teeth to have to be completely removed. The tooth's hard substance is almost completely broken down by the caries bacteria that form from chronic inflammation of the gums, which results in the opening of the root canal. This causes incredibly severe pain in affected four-legged friends. out of .
The frequency and severity of dental diseases in pets demonstrates the need for early dental care in dogs and cats. With the emmi ® - pet basic set, you can promote the dental health of your four-legged friend. Plaque and bacteria are killed painlessly and gently, but above all thoroughly.
Toothache in dogs and cats
Dental problems in dogs and cats are often noticeable through bad-smelling breath. This is caused by sulphur gases that are formed by the breakdown of bacterial proteins. The inflammation progresses. This destroys the periodontal membrane and leads to tooth decay. This in turn leads to toothache sooner or later.
Excessive salivation can also be an alarm signal for dental diseases and toothache. Refusal to eat despite appetite, as well as gulping or one-sided chewing can be signs of dental problems. Chronic gum inflammation, exposed tooth necks or receding gums lead to pain.
Tartar, tooth loss and periodontitis can lead to serious and systemic secondary diseases in the long term. Heart, liver and kidney diseases are often associated with long-term dental problems. Diabetes can also occur as a result of dental diseases. Diagnosis for dogs and cats at the dentist
The first step in making a diagnosis is to take an x-ray of the affected tooth. The veterinary dentist uses the x-ray images to make a treatment decision. While existing gum inflammation can initially be treated with medication, severely affected teeth often have to be removed.
This is where you need to be careful, because gum inflammation – if left undetected and untreated for a long time – can lead to the extraction of affected teeth. In most cases, this is the only way to restore the quality of life of your beloved four-legged friend .
To prevent this from happening, we recommend regular dental care with our emmi ® - pet Ultrasonic toothbrush . Our emmi ® - pet basic set is ideal for getting started with dental care based on ultrasound technology.
Factual knowledge: Which veterinarian is allowed to treat animal teeth?
The title of animal dentist or animal dentist is not an independent field of study in the field of veterinary medicine. Nevertheless, there are numerous veterinarians who continue to train and specialize in this field. Additional qualifications of this kind are available in many areas of veterinary medicine.
Veterinarians who specifically identify themselves as animal dentists or animal dentists often indicate their specialty with the additional title: veterinary dentistry. Based on this title, you can assume that the veterinarian is familiar with the entire spectrum of possible dental diseases in cats, dogs and other pets .
These veterinarians are very familiar with everything from simple tooth fractures to tooth misalignment, misalignments in the upper or lower jaw, as well as tooth preservation, treatment and prevention. Of course, veterinarians without the additional qualification can also focus on the field of veterinary dentistry and do excellent work in this area.
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