Mouth odour due to purulent infections, reduced feed intake, increased smacking and poor feed conversion are often the first obvious symptoms and signs of a toothache and ginivitis. Now is the time to act quickly, since the dog is not only suffering from severe pain, but there is also a risk of permanent damage to its general health due to progressive inflammation in the mouth area! Ingested bacteria, pus and decay products, which arise from tooth/gum inflammation, quickly spread to other organs and infect them, so that a seemingly „harmless toothache“ can quickly manifest itself into a serious illness. A thorough dental check-up at the vet should be on the agenda at least once a year. Tartar, which can also cause gingivitis, can be quickly and easily removed by the vet during a dental cleansing. Teeth with extensive defects and cause damage to the holding apparatus, on the other hand, must be removed under anaesthesia to enable the animal to eat without pain. Also, to prevent or stop deep inflammation of the gums, the root of the tooth and surrounding tissue. Even with only a few teeth, the dog can eat almost normally again after some time, as the gums harden quickly and allow the dog almost normal chewing ability.

Dental care through eating

In addition to the veterinary check-up, regular dental care at home is highly recommended. For natural teeth cleansing, it is recommended to occasionally give your dog hard bones or solid chews- this will naturally scrape off plaque and at the same time promote good blood circulation to the gums. This is ideal for supporting good dental health and helping to prevent gingivitis. Another positive effect is the strengthening of the dog`s chewing muscles. Natural chewing articles are therefore not only a great pastime for your four-legged friend, but also do a lot of good in securing healthy teeth and firm gums.