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Dental Care for Your Rabbit
Humans have enjoyed the companionship of their furry friends for centuries. Part of Banfield The Pet Hospital
Dental Tartar, Gingivitis, Periodontol Disease
Dental tartar is composed of various mineral salts, organic material, bacteria, serum, and food particles. In the early stages of accumulation, the material is soft, but as time passes, it becomes hard and adheres to the teeth. Tartar builds up under the gum line as well as below it. Tartar is visible as a yellow to brown material on the tooth surface, usually near the gum, or gingival line.
dental disease
Disease in the mouth that involves the teeth, build up on the teeth (plaque and tartar), gums (gingivitis), jaw as bone loss or abscessed teeth weaken this area. Fractured teeth and bad breath are other issues pets suffer from and need medical care to treat.
Canine Dental Disease
Canine periodontitis is a bacterial infection of the mouth. There are four stages of periodontal disease, progressing from plaque and mildly inflamed gums to established gingivitis (gum disease), and then on to mild and ultimately severe periodontitis, which may involve bone and/or tooth loss
Bird Care
Regular preventive healthcare is as important for birds as it is for other Pets. This general education video covers a broad range of bird care topics including appropriate diet, cages or housing suggestions and tips, exercise and safety.
Brushing your Pet's teeth
A home-care guide to brushing your Pet's teeth. Learn how to properly care for and brush your Pet's teeth
Preventive Care - Fleas, Ticks, Heartworm
Preventive care is an important step in helping your Pet avoid common spring problems, like fleas, ticks and heartworm disease.
Emergency Care
Accidents and injuries happen unexpectedly. It's important to know what to do when emergencies occur. With any emergency you'll want to seek immediate medical care.
Tips to keep your Pet's teeth healthy
Bad breath, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), is among the first signs of dental disease in Pets.In honor of February Pet dental health month, Dr. Zimmerman would like to offer the following
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