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Removing Plaque on Teeth 2 Attachment(s) I had been noticing plaque on our dog, Kona's teeth. I've been brushing his teeth, giving him deer antler to chew on, feed him raw, etc, but his teeth were still yellow. I didn't take him to the vet for a cleaning though cause I don't like him being put out. Last week, I saw a post here about yorkies losing their teeth and I began to get worried. I checked online and saw that plaque is one of the main reasons dogs lose their teeth (it eats away at the teeth). I've been doing 2 things and Kona's teeth are really starting to look up: 1. Got this plaque removing scaler from amazon (only $9): Double End Dog Dental Tooth Scaler w/Sleeve for Storage 2. Got this plaque spray: PetzLife Oral Care Spray, Peppermint, 2.2 ounces So I started to pick at his teeth just with the scaler. His canines came clean pretty quickly (see pics). But his back teeth were really difficult. So I started to spray his teeth with the spray at night. This helped loosen the plaque enough to where I could chip it off with the scaler. I still have a way to go but I'm just doing a little bit every day. Hope this helps! |
This looks great. I can see the difference. Thanks for sharing! :) |
Improperly scaling of teeth at home can cause damage to the structure of the teeth themselves which could be worse than the plaque. BTW, feeding deer antler is a sure fire way to crack teeth. Between the antler and the home scaling, you might end up with more problems than just a little plaque. And anyway, you cannot get below the gum line with an ultrsonic scaler like a vet can when the dog is anesthetized. Everyone is always afraid of putting their dog out but it's the best thing you can do for a proper dental and the safety of your dog. |
wooow nice job!!!;) |
I also recommend having the teeth cleaned by your vet,its the only safe way to go,my 4 year old has had his done every other year so far and then i stay on top of it with regular brushing and oxyfresh in their drinking water,works really well. |
You should take him in to get a proper teeth cleaning and he also needs those baby k-9's pulled out |
Foxy just had her dental, granted she was a rescue and her teeth were a grade 4 ( on a scale of 1-4) and it costed around 300. But well worth it. She had one tooth pulled, and they said she has bone loss in the front teeth, and will eventually lose those. But I think regular dental cleanings from the vet are my best bet..jmo.. |
I commend you for trying to do what is best for your dog. ( I have made many mistakes because I just didn't know. ) Please check with your Vet and follow her/his recommendations about your dogs dental care. That is the best way to go. Big smiley here :) |
Zhoie is 2 1/2, she had hers cleaned at the vet at 1yrs, 2 yrs and will go again at 3 yrs. I intend to have them done yearly as a precautionary measure. Hopefully, it will help in the long run. |
We brush daily and use OraVet weekly. Dentals only when the vet thinks they are needed. I do no scraping at home. Can't get close to the gum line and can't buff them after, so it's usually just a cosmetic procedure if done without anesthesia. |
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Just got Mickey & Max done today. Max did great. :) Mickey's heart rate went to 60 :( and the vet gave him a shot of Atropine. It is the scariest thing to hear. But I know he was in good hands. He is back up and playing with hi favorite "Ducky" (as seen in his avatar). You can't get between the teeth and below the gums like a vet can. |
Cleaning plaque is important, but it's really the plaque at and below the gumline that is responsible for tooth loss. You won't be able to do that with an in home regimen. Even working at the gum line is dangerous because you are releasing millions of bacteria near a highly vascular site which can lead to septicemia. And I second (or is it third) the recommendation that you have the double canines removed. |
Thanks for all your comments. I didn't know that the 2 canines were not normal. Argh we just so don't like putting him under cause he's so small... I guess we need to make some decisions soon. |
Oh, quick question, which of the canines do we need to remove? It's not both right? |
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