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Understand the Risks of
NOT cleaning your dog's teeth

What Can Happen If Dental Cleaning Is Ignored

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Skipping regular deep dental cleanings can lead to serious — and often hidden — health problems for your dog. Here are the main risks:

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  1. Periodontal (gum) disease
    Plaque hardens into tartar, causing gum inflammation, infection, and destruction of the tissues that support the teeth.

  2. Chronic pain and discomfort
    Dental disease is painful, but dogs instinctively hide pain, suffering silently for months or years.

  3. Tooth loss
    Untreated infection weakens the jawbone and gums, leading to loose or lost teeth.

  4. Severe bad breath (halitosis)
    Persistent foul odor is often a sign of advanced bacterial infection, not just “dog breath.”

  5. Tooth root abscesses
    Bacteria can penetrate the tooth root, causing swelling, pus, facial pain, and sometimes visible lumps.

  6. Spread of bacteria to vital organs
    Oral bacteria can enter the bloodstream and damage the heart (endocarditis), liver, and kidneys.

  7. Difficulty eating and weight loss
    Painful teeth make chewing uncomfortable, leading to poor nutrition or reduced appetite.

  8. Behavioral changes
    Dental pain may cause irritability, lethargy, aggression, withdrawal, or depression.

  9. Jawbone deterioration
    Advanced periodontal disease can cause bone loss and, in severe cases, jaw fractures—especially in small breeds.

  10. Increased risk of costly procedures
    Delaying care often results in extractions, surgeries, antibiotics, and emergency treatments.

  11. Infections spreading to the sinuses or eyes
    Upper teeth infections can extend into the nasal cavity or eye area.

  12. Reduced immune system effectiveness
    Chronic infection forces the immune system to work constantly, weakening overall health.

  13. Shortened lifespan
    Long-term systemic infections and organ damage can significantly reduce a dog’s life expectancy.

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Bottom Line

Dental disease doesn’t stay in the mouth. Without deep dental cleaning, what starts as plaque can turn into chronic pain, organ damage, and serious medical emergencies.

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We Care About Your Dog's Dental care

We offer 50% discount in dental service for the second service onwards if performed two times a year! You get double the service for the same price keeping your dog healthy and happy.

(Max. 6.5 months gap between services for applicable discount)

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Pet Grooming

Furry Tails Pet Grooming

Poinciana

(Publix Plaza)

865 Cypress Pkwy

Poinciana, FL 34759

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Tel: (407) 343-7700

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(Trafalgar Sq.)

2501 Trafalgar Blvd.

Kissimmee, FL 34758

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Tel: (407) 530-5836

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