JVD 2009 1 Dental Homecare:Teaching Your Clients to Care for Their Pet’s Teeth Joel D. Ray Jr., DVM; Diana L. Eubanks, DVM, MS Flashcards
What percentage of dogs and cats will have periodontal disease by age 3 ?
75-85%
What is the goal of home care therapy?
To disrupt the pellicle before it has time to mature thereby extending the interval between professional cleaning.
What is the recommended time for initiating a homeware program and why?
8-10 weeks of age when the puppy or kitten is naturally more curious and willing to be touched.
What is the best tool for tooth brushing and why?
A bristled brush is the best tool as only bristled brushes can reach into the gingival sulcus , which is the main area of concern.
How long should an owner aim to brush each side of the mouth for?
30-60 seconds
Chlorhexidine whilst reducing plaque and gum disease has been shown to have two other effects what are these?
Increased mineralisation of plaque and brown staining on the teeth both of which can be removed with professional cleaning.
What are the two mechanisms by which dental diets work to reduce dental disease?
Mechanical cleaning as an abrasive food or chemical cleaning using hexametaphosphate or other calculus retarding substances.
What substance used in dental water additives has been associated with toxicity?
Xylitol
What three species of bacteria are present in 75% of periodontal cases?
Porphyromonas denticanis, Porphyromonas salivosa and Porphyromonas gulas
What do waxy polymers do to aid in oral health?
When applied correctly they constitute a plaque retention prevention system which is safe and drug free.
What is the purpose of the VOHC?
The VOHC exists to recognise products that meet preset standards of plaque and calculus retardation in dogs and cats.
