
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 problem for humans is tooth decay, dogs and cats are most likely to suffer from PD.1–3
PD is one of the most frequently diagnosed diseases in primary care veterinary practice:1–3

9 in 10 adult dogs

7 in 10 adult cats
PD relates to inflammation and infection in the tissues around the teeth, including the surrounding gum and bone. If left unchecked, PD can lead to a sore mouth, weakened jaw bones and lost teeth. Ongoing infection and inflammation in the mouth can also travel elsewhere in the body, causing issues with eye, heart, liver and kidney function.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.
References
1. Hiscox L and Bellows J. Available at: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/dental-disease-in-dogs [Accessed January 2022]. 2. Hiscox L and Bellows J. Available at: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/dental-disease-in-cats [Accessed January 2022]. 3. WHO. Available at: https://www.euro.who.int/en/health-topics/disease-prevention/oral-health/data-and-statistics [Accessed January 2022]. 4. Royal Veterinary College. Available at: https://www.rvc.ac.uk/review/dentistry/Shared_Media/pdfs/perio_print.pdf [Accessed January 2022]. 5. American Animal Hospital Association. Available at: https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/dental-care/dental-care-home/ [Accessed January 2022].