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Periodontal disease affects over 70% of adults cats and 90%
of adult dogs.
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Dental plaque is the main cause of gingivitis.
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Gingivitis is reversible. If not treated, it may proceed
to periodontitis - which is not.
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Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that proceeds
through periods of dormancy and active destruction of tissues
- periodontitis.
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In general, there are four different pocket types that may
present. You must be able to select appropriate treatment
for each of them.
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