Dental

What support can you give your pet following dental extractions....

When teeth are removed under a general anaesthetic, the body first has to cope with the:

• drugs used
• bacteria and other microorganisms which enter the bloodstream at the extraction site(s) as surgery is carried out, and also afterwards until the gums and other tissues are fully healed

Natural support during the post-operative period (7 - 14 days) helps to ensure a rapid return to full health. This can be provided as follows:

1. Give 2 - 3 drops of Vince The Vet Joints plus Recuperation 3 times daily starting 48 hours beforehand if possible, and continuing for 2 weeks after surgery. This soothes sore gums, periodontal structures and bone, and aids tissue regeneration and repair. The remedy can then be used whenever an injury, accident or musculoskeletal issue of any kind occurs.
2. Alongside the above remedy, also give 2 -3 drops of Vince The Vet Detoxification Support 3 times daily for 2 weeks (both remedies can be given on

Dental hygiene for dogs and cats is essential for their overall health and well-being. Studies have found that an estimated 80% of dogs over the age of three have gum disease

The mouth is very important to animals as they spend their days not only eating and chewing but also …. grooming, removing insects from their coat and manipulating things. The mouth has a good blood supply and contains many nerves making dental issues a potential problem. If your pet has a sore mouth you may be unaware as they are unable to tell you about it!

Sometimes there are no signs at all that your pet is suffering from dental problems, but typical signs can include:

• Plaque (a biofilm which contains bacteria) and tartar/calculus (yellow-brown hard mineralised plaque) build-up on teeth
• Reddened tender inflamed gums resulting from tartar build-up which irritates and puts pressure on the gums and which if isn’t removed can build up under the gums causing them to recede from the teeth.
• Receded gums allow additional