PET OWNERS should regularly get their pet’s mouth checked to ensure good health, and local veterinary group, Garston, is providing free dental checks.
Regular dental checks are important to ensure your pet is not showing signs of periodontal disease.
Garston veterinary group are offering free dental checks with the nurse and during September and October, will be offering 20% off dental procedures with a further 10% off for Wellness Plan clients.
Periodontal disease is the effect bacteria has on the gingival tissue surrounding the teeth, and the mucous membrane. It is an irreversible problem and can result in pain and tooth loss. Periodontal disease effects 80% of dogs and cats over 3 years old. Some of the symptoms are; salivating, drooling, pawing at the mouth, halitosis (smelly breath), lethargy, reduced appetite, unusual aggression or growling at food. Some pets will not show any signs of periodontal disease, but will still be in need of treatment.
Other than obvious dental pain your pet may have; bad breath, difficulty eating, stopped regularly grooming themselves, or become generally irritable or unhappy.
Please contact your Garston surgery for more information. Frome: 01373 452225 or visit: www. garston vets.co.uk
