Dr. Josh • 02-04-22 • A healthy smile
Dental care is an important element of your pet’s health Welcome back, fellow Dallas Voice readers! It has been two years now since I joined Dallas Voice as a contributing columnist, and I am so thankful to not only be a part of Dallas Voice, but to also be able to share some important information about our pets.
This time of the year, we celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month, giving us the opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of oral health with our little fur babies.
One of the most common diseases that we see with dogs and cats is periodontal disease, which includes more than just gingivitis or tartar.
It is common for dogs and cats to experience bad breath, oral abscesses, wiggly teeth, pain and oral cavity bone loss. Once there is tartar accumulated on their teeth, our babies will need a dental cleaning, as this is the only appropriate way to address the oral health issues.
