This document discusses dental health month promotions, causes and prevention of dental disease in pets. It notes that 85% of adult pets have periodontal disease which can cause bad breath, infections, mouth pain and loss of teeth if left untreated. A thorough dental cleaning procedure at the veterinarian involves sedation, scaling, polishing, flushing and sealant application to remove tartar and bacteria. Regular brushing and approved dental chews are recommended for prevention.

1. September is Dental
Health Month
Save 10% on dental products
and procedures performed
this month!!

2. Dental Disease in Pets
Causes Problems suCh as:
• Bad Breath
• Infections Spreading to Internal
Organs(Liver, Kidney, Heart)
• Mouth and Gum Pain
• Loss of Teeth
• Future Owner Expense

3. What Causes Dental Disease?
3. Periodontal Disease
causes irreversible
changes to teeth and
their support structures
1. Tartar and bacteria
accumulate on
teeth surfaces
2. Gingivitis is
the inflammation
of the gums

4. 85 % of adult pets have Periodontal
Disease

5. What should I do if my pet shows
signs of dental disease?
Bring your pet in for a thorough
physical examination performed
by your veterinarian.

6. Dental Cleaning Procedures Include:
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Pre-sedation physical exam
I.V. catheterization
Sedation and vital sign monitoring
Ultrasonic teeth scaling
Teeth polishing to smooth surfaces after scaling
Antiseptic flushing to remove bacteria
Sealant application on teeth to build resistance
to new tartar

7. Rocky Point Animal Hospital is Equipped
with Modern Dentistry Equipment

8. What to expect….

9. How can I prevent dental disease?
• Brush your pet’s teeth
using veterinarian
approved products by
C.E.T.
• Dog’s love C.E.T. Oral
Hygiene chews which
combine a natural
antiseptic with abrasive
action

10. Ask How Your Pet Can Start
Benefitting From Dental Care