Symptom
Tartar in dogs and cats
Tartar is mineralised plaque, underneath which inflammation of the periodontal tissues develops.
Most common possible causes
- —Plaque
- —Diet and eating habits
- —Crowded teeth
- —Age and breed
When it's urgent
- ✓Bleeding
- ✓Loose teeth
- ✓Pain while eating
What not to do at home
- —Don't chip off tartar yourself
What diagnostics may be needed
- ✓Examination
- ✓Radiography
- ✓Periodontal probing
Under the tartar there may be pockets and bone loss that are only visible on X-rays. The exact cause can only be established after an examination and any necessary diagnostics.
How treatment may proceed
- ✓Ultrasonic scaling
- ✓Polishing
- ✓Periodontal therapy
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