How periodontal disease enters the body In both humans and dogs, periodontal disease is an overlooked but serious condition. Periodontal disease is caused by oral bacteria present in the mouth that forms plaque, a filmy substance on the teeth. When exposed to minerals in saliva and allowed to settle, the plaque mineralizes over a period of two to three days and hardens into a thick calculus on the teeth. The presence of starchy particles in the mouth creates an ideal breeding environment and food supply for the oral bacteria. When allowed to settle and breed, the bacteria travel down the tooth and into the gums, causing infection and inflammation of the gums. In advanced stages, periodontal disease enters the body through opportunistic entry through blood vessels in the oral cavity. Where periodontal disease progresses over a long period of time in humans, it progresses relatively quickly in dogs. Similarly, however, in humans, the disease is brought about by a lack in proper dental care.
How periodontal disease works The bacteria now living in the calculus of the teeth feed on the teeth themselves, and on the mandible and maxilla. In stage …show more content…
Though surgical procedures are generally priced based on weight, dental cleanings alone are costly, ranging anywhere from $150 to $400. In this procedure, the dog is placed under anesthesia and the teeth are mechanically cleaned and the gums stimulated. If extractions are warranted, it can range anywhere from $13 to $99 per tooth after the initial dental cleaning cost. The expense can turn many people off, though if the tooth is rotting within the oral cavity, it is necessary for the dog’s survival. A less costly and potentially attractive alternative is anesthesia-free cleaning and scraping; however, many veterinarians have noted that this usually ends up masking the symptoms of the disease rather than treating
How periodontal disease works The bacteria now living in the calculus of the teeth feed on the teeth themselves, and on the mandible and maxilla. In stage …show more content…
Though surgical procedures are generally priced based on weight, dental cleanings alone are costly, ranging anywhere from $150 to $400. In this procedure, the dog is placed under anesthesia and the teeth are mechanically cleaned and the gums stimulated. If extractions are warranted, it can range anywhere from $13 to $99 per tooth after the initial dental cleaning cost. The expense can turn many people off, though if the tooth is rotting within the oral cavity, it is necessary for the dog’s survival. A less costly and potentially attractive alternative is anesthesia-free cleaning and scraping; however, many veterinarians have noted that this usually ends up masking the symptoms of the disease rather than treating