Many different problems affect pets' teeth, just as they do
ours. There can be too many teeth present. If there are, the
extra ones must be removed to allow normal growth of the others for
a healthy mouth. Many animals have abscessed teeth, too, in which
the tooth roots are damaged so badly that the tooth must be
extracted. Tartar that develops and remains on teeth damages
both the teeth and gums, and the bacteria in the tartar can gain
entrance into the blood streeam, causing infections and more damage
in internal organs such as the heart, kidneys and liver.
The teeth must be cared for throughout a pet's life for he
or she to remain heathy, allowing them to live for
many years.
Dental
Month, 1, 2,
3, 4, 5
