Why do dogs need their teeth brushed/cleaned?
Commercial dog foods contain carbohydrates and other ingredients that support oral bacteria, leading to the formation of plaque and tartar (calculus). If this material is not cleaned off of your dog’s teeth, it can lead to bad breath, gingivitis, infection of the bone surrounding the tooth, tooth loss, and systemic infection. Inflammation of the gums (gingivitis) can make it painful for your dog to eat, causing it to lose weight and drop food from its mouth. The toxins produced by the oral infection can get into the bloodstream and spread to vital organs.
