You are wondering what to do gingivitis in your dog? The causes of gingivitis are varied, but in most cases they originate from bacterial plaqueIn today's blog post, we will explain what can cause gingivitis in your dog, what symptoms it entails and how you can prevent it.
What causes gingivitis in dogs?
The most common cause of severe Inflammation of your dog's gums can be bacterially colonized plaque These deposits are also commonly referred to as plaque. If these initially very soft plaques are not removed regularly, they can harden and lead to tartar.
tartar offers the ideal basis for harmful bacteria. These can settle ideally on the rough adhesions and multiply unhindered. As a result of the colonization by bacteria, the gums initially react with smaller and subsequently often very extensive inflammation of the gumsThese inflammatory reactions in dogs are often aggravated by pathogenic germs.
With increasing inflammation of the tissue Not only can your dog's teeth become loose, but they can also become so severely inflamed in the surrounding bone and at the root that only the extraction of the tooth the inflammation stops.
The reason for a gingivitis can also unsuitable food It can also promote the formation of tartar. Other causes that can cause gingivitis in your dog include:
- Injuries to the gums caused by wood splinters
- malocclusion
- Malformations in the jaw that are associated with incorrect loading
- breed-specific characteristics
- Causes that are not directly related to the mouth, such as metabolic diseases, kidney problems, diseases of the immune system, infectious diseases, etc.
Symptoms of gingivitis in dogs
gingivitis in dogs are painful. Redness and severely swollen gums can be the first sign of an incipient inflammation of the gums. Bleeding gums, blood in the saliva and strong smell from your dog's mouth can also be an initial sign of an inflammatory reaction.
Yellow, brownish or grey deposits as well as discolouration on the teeth or glassy gum edges very often indicate beginning gingivitis Reduced appetite, one-sided chewing and loose teeth often indicate advanced gingivitis.
Unlike in humans, gingivitis in dogs is often accompanied by very severe pain.
Avoid pain and fight gingivitis in dogs early
Most inflammation of the gums are of bacterial origin. The disease is very treatable if you recognize it early and react. If you have a gingivitis with your dog actively counteract and prevent, then you should actively and regularly care for your dog's teeth.
Our emmi®-pet ultrasonic toothbrush for dogs is ideal for dental care and gum care from puppy onwards. Prevent inflammation by regularly clean your dog's teeth with ultrasonic technology. Remove deposits and plaque before tartar can form and protect your dog's sensitive gums without abrasive brushing. Spare your dog unnecessary pain and promote his well-being with well-groomed and clean teeth.
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