DB: I do. Much of the time, because we are talking about the mouth, our tendency is to focus only on that one part of the body. But chronic inflammation that is linked to bacteria in the mouth can lead to other distant organs as well. I discuss the inevitable progression of this disease process throughout the body, but emphasize that proper intervention can have a major impact on slowing it down. BWL: New habits are hard to form. Is there anything else you share with your clients to convince them that the effort is worth it?
DB: I tell many of my clients about the positive impact a healthier mouth has had on my animal patients and their families. Specifically, my animal patients who have had corrective dental procedures actually seem much happier and more energetic. Their owners notice the same thing. Some animals like these had advanced periodontal disease and needed to have the diseased teeth extracted. The change in their mood likely came from having those painful teeth removed so they no longer felt discomfort.
I explain that our pets are unable to articulate their discomfort to us. Especially if that pain starts out as mild and progresses slowly, I feel that many pets just adjust to their new condition and accept the discomfort as the new normal.
No one wants their beloved dog to be in pain, so the correlation between dental care and health and happiness usually makes a lot of sense to people. David Bergmann. This article is for informational purposes only.
It is not, nor is it intended to be, a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment and should never be relied upon for specific medical advice. His journey as a veterinarian began as a lifelong animal lover and pet owner.
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