Did you know that the most common dental problems for pets are different from those seen in humans?1,2
It’s true – while the main problems for humans is tooth decay, dogs and cats are most likely to suffer from periodontal disease.1–3 In fact, periodontal disease is so common that it affects the vast majority of dogs and cats over 3 years old.4
9 in 10 adult dogs
7 in 10 adult cats
Periodontal disease happens when the tissues that surround teeth become infected and inflamed. It starts with the gums (gingivitis), but left untreated, the infection often spreads deeper into the tooth socket and destroys the bone. The tooth then becomes loose and may fall out over time.1
Periodontal disease is more than just a case of bad breath. Left untreated, it can cause chronic pain and severe discomfort for your pet.5 And pets don’t always show signs that they’re in pain – so even if yours is eating normally, they could be suffering without you realising.
