If you follow your dentist’s instructions, you’re probably brushing your teeth at least twice a day for two minutes each go. Pets, on the other hand, aren’t brushing their teeth every day, and fortunately, they typically don’t need their teeth cleaned each day. That said, pet dental hygiene is still very important for animals. Contact North Hills Animal Hospital, which serves Sherwood, AR and the surrounding areas, for all your pet dental hygiene needs!
If you’re in the area and looking for a “veterinarian near me,” get in touch! Our vet would be happy to help you and your pet with dental issues and other problems too.
Why Pet Dental Hygiene Is So Important
Humans need to brush their teeth every day for very important reasons. Often, our diet is high in sugar and other substances that can be bad for dental health. Further, we need our teeth to last for decades and that means they require constant maintenance.
A pet’s diet is often low in sugar, which helps to protect its teeth. Further, most animals live for several years or perhaps a few decades instead of several decades. This means that their teeth do not have to last as long and thus a bit of wear and tear isn’t as serious of an issue.
Still, many animals, and especially older pets, suffer from dental hygiene issues. By providing your companion with proper pet dental hygiene, including regular checkups and cleaning, you can reduce the risk of dental issues both now and later in life.
Pets, especially younger animals, often don’t suffer as many dental issues as we humans. That said, dental problems, including infections, gum disease, cavities, and more can still crop up. If these problems are caught early, treatment is often easier and less expensive.
Besides teeth cleaning and hygiene checkups, our veterinarian can also work with you to identify risk factors, such as dietary issues. A change in diet may reduce the risk and occurrence of pet dental hygiene issues.
Looking for a “Veterinarian Near Me?”
Contact North Hills Animal Hospital in Sherwood, AR and speak with our vet right away!