Periodontal disease chapter
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Periodontal disease affects over 70% of adults cats and 90% of adult dogs.

 

 

Dental plaque is the main cause of gingivitis.

 

 

Gingivitis is reversible. If not treated, it may proceed to periodontitis - which is not.

 

 

Periodontal disease is a progressive condition that proceeds through periods of dormancy and active destruction of tissues - periodontitis.

 

 

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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