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Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital
Comprehensive medical care... for the rest of your family.
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Dental Month 2009
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Invitation to Oral Health
Dental Discount for 2009
What: Receive $25.00 off the cost of an Ultrasonic Dental Cleaning and Polishing for each of your pets
When: February and March 2009
Where: Murrayhill Veterinary Hospital
RSVP by calling 503-579-3300 to schedule an appointment with one of our Client Care Representatives
Please visit our website and read "Arlo Gets a Dental - The Murrayhill Way", to learn just what is involved in a dental cleaning...you'll be amazed - it's so much more than just scraping tartar off of the teeth!
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 Please join us as we celebrate Pet Dental Health Month and our focus on the importance of keeping pets' teeth clean. Not only do clean teeth mean fresh breath but it also means a healthier pet. We encourage you to get involved in National Pet Dental Health Month by bringing your pet in for a dental exam, purchase some great dental toys or treats, or better yet, schedule that dental cleaning!
Periodontal disease is the most common disease in dogs and cats! 85% of dogs and cats are afflicted by this disease and are vulnerable to the pain, bad breath and tooth loss that can follow. These periodontal infections can spread to the heart, liver, lungs and kidneys, where they can do even more damage. |
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The four stages of periodontal disease |
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Stage 1 - Gingivitis
Margin of attached gingiva (gum) is inflamed and swollen. Plaque covering teeth. Treatment can reverse condition. |
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Stage 2 - Early Periodontitis
Entire attached gum is inflamed and swollen. Mouth is painful and odor begins to be noticeable. Professional treatment and home care can prevent this from becoming irreversible. |
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Stage 3 - Moderate Periodontitis
Cherry red and bleeding attached gum is being destroyed by infection and calculus (tartar). Sore mouth affects eating and behavior. Bad breath is present. Beginning periodontal disease. May become irreversible. |
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Stage 4 - Advanced Periodontitis
Chronic bacterial infection is destroying the gum, tooth and bone. Bacteria may be spreading throughout the entire body via the bloodstream and may damage the kidneys, liver and heart. |
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