Nichole Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 My two are having their dentals done now. The vet talked to me about sealants. They put it on today and then every few weeks I do it. Can't remember all of the details - nervous since both of them are having dentals. I can't even remember the name of the stuff! Any experience? Quote Flying Racine 7/25/08 and Twelve Pack 12/1/2004At the Bridge- Abenacki Icebox (Kiaba) 4/21/2002-4/1/10 and Wumps Niece (Tehya) 4/21/2002-11/26/2010www.greyhoundwelfare.org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeofNE Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 What's the purported purpose of this sealant? The real issue with dog's teeth, as far as I know, is actually gum disease and preventing it. I'd question the value of sealing their teeth since that doesn't do anything about gingivitis. Quote Susan, Hamish, Mister Bigglesworth and Nikita Stanislav. Missing Ming, George, and Buck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ArtysPeople Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I'm with Susan on this one. I (human) had my teeth sealed as a child because I had genetically thin enamel and was getting cavities all the time. It was a professional thing that was done once in the office, and once it started to wear away (and I started getting cavities again) about a decade later, I was told it couldn't be re-done because the risk was too high that they would seal in an area that already had a problem going, which would lead to even worse problems. I can't imagine doing something similar at home, since you'd be so likely to "seal" so much junk in there that you normally wouldn't notice. Unless your dog is having problems with cavities, I wouldn't do it. But that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicocat Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 My vet suggested I use Orajet gel for Cutie after her last dental. She has terrible gingivitis that is very difficult to keep in check. With the Orajet they gave her the first treatment at the time of her dental. The goal is to provide a seal along the gum line to prevent the formation of new tarter. I tried it for a while but, for me at least, found it very difficult to put on well enough to do much good. You have to use gauze or something to dry the teeth so the gel would stay on. The Orajet gel had to be applied once a WEEK. Quote Ann Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rickiesmom Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 I'm with Susan on this one. I (human) had my teeth sealed as a child because I had genetically thin enamel and was getting cavities all the time. It was a professional thing that was done once in the office, and once it started to wear away (and I started getting cavities again) about a decade later, I was told it couldn't be re-done because the risk was too high that they would seal in an area that already had a problem going, which would lead to even worse problems. I can't imagine doing something similar at home, since you'd be so likely to "seal" so much junk in there that you normally wouldn't notice. Unless your dog is having problems with cavities, I wouldn't do it. But that's just me. The veterinary dental specialist I use said she had seen some pretty bad anaerobic infections come in as a result of sealant sealing something bad in. She does not recommend their use. She does recommend brushing, squirting water between the teeth either with a syringe meant for this sort of thing, or a human, battery operated device like a water pick (which, if you go that route, try to use it outside unless you are way more coordinated than I am. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Batmom Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 The Oravet gel that Chicocat is referring to isn't truly a sealant. It makes the surface of the tooth slippery so that bacteria doesn't stick to it. It isn't capable of sealing IN anything. I find that it helps somewhat in lengthening the time between dentals. Not hugely, but some. Don't know if that's what OP's vet is talking about or not. Quote Star aka Starz Ovation (Ronco x Oneco Maggie*, litter #48538), Coco aka Low Key (Kiowa Mon Manny x Party Hardy, litter # 59881), and mom in IllinoisWe miss Reko Batman (Trouper Zeke x Marque Louisiana), 11/15/95-6/29/06, Rocco the thistledown whippet, 04/29/93-10/14/08, Reko Zema (Mo Kick x Reko Princess), 8/16/98-4/18/10, the most beautiful girl in the whole USA, my good egg Joseph aka Won by a Nose (Oneco Cufflink x Buy Back), 09/22/2003-03/01/2013, and our gentle sweet Gidget (Digitizer, Dodgem by Design x Sobe Mulberry), 1/29/2006-11/22/2014, gone much too soon. Never forgetting CJC's Buckshot, 1/2/07-10/25/10. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 If it's Oravet my furkids get it with their dental. I used to continue it at home but they hated the waxy consistency. If your vet gives you the Oravet brochure with a picture of a bulldog on the cover, inside you'll see my Gracie and Oliver. If your vet offers you the dental vaccine, do not get it. It nearly killed my Gracie. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greysmom Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 Copper had his teeth sealed at his first dental because his teeth are bad overall. I couldn't see that it did any good at all. He has to have cleanings every 8-10 months like clock-work or his breath gets a bit ..... ripe. Don't waste your money on a sealant, is my opinion. greysmom Quote Chris - Mom to: Felicity (DeLand), and Andi (Braska Pandora) siggy by Chris Harper, on Flickr Angels: Libby (Everlast), Dorie (Dog Gone Holly), Dude (TNJ VooDoo), Copper (Kid's Copper), Cash (GSI Payncash), Toni (LPH Cry Baby), Whiskey (KT's Phys Ed), Atom, Lilly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest houndlover Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I had the Oravet done on Casey almost 4 years ago and I haven't had a dental done on him since then. I put the "sealant" material on weekly for several months and then I ran out of it and never got anymore. I was pretty happy with it. I didn't see any negatives to doing it and I'm sure it has changed a lot in the last 4 years. I'm not sure if I will do it again for him or not. The big reason that I did it was b/c Casey doesn't like to be handled a lot and I knew that I wouldn't be able to brush his teeth everyday so I figured he would at least tolerate me in his mouth once a week, which he did. Hope this helps! If it's Oravet my furkids get it with their dental. I used to continue it at home but they hated the waxy consistency. If your vet gives you the Oravet brochure with a picture of a bulldog on the cover, inside you'll see my Gracie and Oliver. If your vet offers you the dental vaccine, do not get it. It nearly killed my Gracie. I will have to look in the brochure the next time I am at the vet and I will let her know that I know who those greys are! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
macoduck Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 I had the Oravet done on Casey almost 4 years ago and I haven't had a dental done on him since then. I put the "sealant" material on weekly for several months and then I ran out of it and never got anymore. I was pretty happy with it. I didn't see any negatives to doing it and I'm sure it has changed a lot in the last 4 years. I'm not sure if I will do it again for him or not. The big reason that I did it was b/c Casey doesn't like to be handled a lot and I knew that I wouldn't be able to brush his teeth everyday so I figured he would at least tolerate me in his mouth once a week, which he did. Hope this helps! If it's Oravet my furkids get it with their dental. I used to continue it at home but they hated the waxy consistency. If your vet gives you the Oravet brochure with a picture of a bulldog on the cover, inside you'll see my Gracie and Oliver. If your vet offers you the dental vaccine, do not get it. It nearly killed my Gracie. I will have to look in the brochure the next time I am at the vet and I will let her know that I know who those greys are! One of the pictures shows me applying the Oravet goo...........but in the picture I put a really thin smear of peanut butter on the applicator. That's why they look so happy. Quote Freshy (Droopys Fresh), NoAh the podenco orito, Howie the portuguese podengo maneto Angels: Rita the podenco maneta, Lila, the podenco, Mr X aka Denali, Lulu the podenco andaluz, Hada the podenco maneta, Georgie Girl (UMR Cordella), Charlie the iggy, Mazy (CBR Crazy Girl), Potato, my mystery ibizan girl, Allen (M's Pretty Boy), Percy (Fast But True), Mikey (Doray's Patuti), Pudge le mutt, Tessa the iggy, Possum (Apostle), Gracie (Dusty Lady), Harold (Slatex Harold), "Cousin" Simon our step-iggy, Little Dude the iggy ,Bandit (Bb Blue Jay), Niña the galgo, Wally (Allen Hogg), Thane (Pog Mo Thoine), Oliver (JJ Special Agent), Comet, & Rosie our original mutt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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