EP6 - Why Your Dog’s Dental Hygiene Matters More Than You Think

Text me your question or inquiry here! Hey friends! What if I told you it's SUPER important to be brushing your dog's teeth? The importance of dental hygiene in pets goes unnoticed in the pet world... so let's talk about it! In this episode I cover pet teeth vs human teeth, when your pet should have a dental, how dental disease occurs, and more! Do you have a question or inquiry for me? Send me a text from the link above, ask me on any social media platform, or email drmollysayspod@gmail.com! Episodes of The Dr. Molly Says Podcast are on all podcast services along with video form on YouTube! Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/5d574928 TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2p9kjd9d YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/mr3jradc TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Intro 02:05 Brush Your Pet's Teeth 05:53 Dentistry 07:01 Deciduous Teeth In Dogs And Cats 10:12 The Difference Between Dog And Cat Teeth 11:47 Dog And Cat Teeth vs Human Teeth 13:56 Dental Issues And Maintenance 18:48 How Dental Disease Happens 23:04 Resorptive Lesions 30:38 Pulpitis 32:17 Dentals 33:51 The Problem With Anesthesia-Free Dentals 36:41 Dental X-Rays 39:44 When Your Pet Should Start Receiving Dentals 46:18 What To Do After A Dental 54:04 Is It Possible To Get Dental X-Rays Without Cleaning? 54:41 Do Dogs Need A Dental Every Year? 55:25 How Young Is Too Young For A Pet Dental? 56:06 Brushing Your Dog's Teeth Every Night 57:21 Outro