Dentals.....
Dentals.....
Biscotti had a dental yesterday, and the bill reads Grade 1....what does that mean? Hubby took her in and picked her up, and of course doesn't think to ask. I did a search and just came up with places selling dental items, and very basic facts about dental care.
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it beats me also..i don;t know what a grade 1 in dental profy means.....
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I think this is it
From: http://www.veternet.com/petinfonet/periodontal.html
Periodontal disease can be graded from stages one to four. The first two stages are classified as gingivitis the last two as periodontitis. In stage one, plaque extends to the gum line causing inflammation of the gingiva. Stage two gingivitis, is marked by inflammation and swelling. Gingivitis can usually be reversed by thorough teeth cleaning by a veterinarian while the dog or cat is anesthetized. If treated early, the gums can return to normal appearance and function. If untreated, periodontitis can result. Stage three periodontal disease occurs when there is bone loss in addition to gingival inflammation and infection. In stage four periodontal disease, there is a progression of the bone loss usually creating tooth mobility.
From: http://www.veternet.com/petinfonet/periodontal.html
Periodontal disease can be graded from stages one to four. The first two stages are classified as gingivitis the last two as periodontitis. In stage one, plaque extends to the gum line causing inflammation of the gingiva. Stage two gingivitis, is marked by inflammation and swelling. Gingivitis can usually be reversed by thorough teeth cleaning by a veterinarian while the dog or cat is anesthetized. If treated early, the gums can return to normal appearance and function. If untreated, periodontitis can result. Stage three periodontal disease occurs when there is bone loss in addition to gingival inflammation and infection. In stage four periodontal disease, there is a progression of the bone loss usually creating tooth mobility.
"A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself." ~ Josh Billings.
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Aha, thanks so much!!! Guess I had better make an attempt to use that doggie toothpaste she sent home with her! Next month, Winnie gets hers done, too.
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good article K9===my terminoolgy was bad, gross or t=rotton, but then again it was just metalking to me