Recognize any of these mouths?
Flip your pet's lip to find out
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STAGE I
beginning Periodontal Disease
Brushing your pet's teeth everyday will help reduce plaque buildup
Be sure to use a toothbrush and toothpaste especially designed for pets
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STAGE II
Early Periodontal Disease
Gum destruction is potentially reversible with professional cleaning and treatment
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STAGE III
Moderate Periodontal Disease
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Plaque and heavy calculus
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Gums swollen, bleeding and very painful
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Infection throughout mouth
Permanent damage to gums and most likely tooth loss
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STAGE IV
Severe Periodontal Disease
Permanent damage to gum, tooth loss and bone loss highly likely
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STOP PERIODONTAL DISEASE IN ITS TRACKS!!
Periodontal disease, which includes gingivitis and periodontitis, is inflammation and/or infection of the gums and bone around your pet's teeth. It is caused by bacterial that accumulate in the mouth, forming soft plaque that later hardens into tartar. If left untreated, periodontal disease will eventually lead to tooth loss.
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