Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 So...we have had the boys for one year and a half now. They are 4 year old and in good shape. We mainly feed them kibble with a little bit of wet food because Zorro could not take dry food alone. Maybe it's too dry or he is just being picky. We sometimes give the boys human food but really not very often. ( I cannot say no to their pleading eyes...) They have plenty of bones, pigs ears, and the "check up" dental biscuits from Costco. We found cavities on both the boys' teeth. The cavities are small and on the very back of the mouth. I was wondering if the vet can remove the cavity and do fillings for the boys? Or if the vet in general only extract the bad teeth? I also order the CET water addictive, chew stuff and tooth paste. Thought they may help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Energy11 Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Honestly, I haven't heard of dogs getting "cavities," and I worked for a vet for over four years. Maybe someone else has? Best to get their teeth looked at by a vet and go from there. Brushing, everyday if you can, can only help. Good Luck, and hoping for gleaming toofers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Yeah, I feel so defeated that the boys have cavities because dogs don't really get them. I know they have tartar and plaque problem though. (sigh) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest BiancasMom Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 It is rare that dogs get cavitites. Can you describe what you are seeing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 It looks like a tiny black dot on the lower molar tooth. It's still small and we just have the boys for 18 months. I think it's caused by the daily kong filled with peanut butter Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetcitywoman Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I'm puzzled why some say that dogs don't get cavities. A tooth is a tooth isn't it, no matter the species? Capri has one too but I'm just keeping an eye on it. I pointed it out to the vet when we first got her but he said he wasn't worried about it. It seems to me that the preference is to just leave them until they're bad and then they pull the tooth out. Or do I not understand veterinary dentistry? (I admit I don't understand why they couldn't do fillings, I guess pulling them is just easier? But the animal is sedated either way, right?) Quote Sharon, Loki, Freyja, Capri (bridge angel and most beloved heart dog), Ajax (bridge angel) and Sweetie Pie (cat) Visit Hound-Safe.com by Something Special Pet Supplies for muzzles and other dog safety products Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I did a google search on canine's cavities. I think we are seeing it happen a lot often now than before. The boys are only 4 year old. I will hate to have their teeth extracted at such a young age. I will keep an eye on it and be diligent about brushing their teeth and giving them healthy treats. They love human food so much though. I had hard time ignoring them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedFawnMom Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 So...we have had the boys for one year and a half now. They are 4 year old and in good shape. We mainly feed them kibble with a little bit of wet food because Zorro could not take dry food alone. Maybe it's too dry or he is just being picky. We sometimes give the boys human food but really not very often. ( I cannot say no to their pleading eyes...) They have plenty of bones, pigs ears, and the "check up" dental biscuits from Costco. We found cavities on both the boys' teeth. The cavities are small and on the very back of the mouth. I was wondering if the vet can remove the cavity and do fillings for the boys? Or if the vet in general only extract the bad teeth? I also order the CET water addictive, chew stuff and tooth paste. Thought they may help I'm wondering how the heck you ever found them! I don't think I've ever gotten a good look at Lucy's back teeth, even after many, many attempts to brush back there. She just does not like me doing anything to her mouth. Quote Always missing our angel Lucy, a four year osteo survivor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 It's pretty gross. But we ( me and the hubby) are used to taking stuff out of the boys' teeth on the walk. ( e.g. cat poop , chicken bones...) I am sure you will need another person to help you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wendie Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 I have never heard of a dog getting a cavity either. Joe has gotten a peanut butter filled Kong several times a week for years and not had any problems from that. He's had two dentals in that time also. Never heard of peanut butter causing cavities in humans or dogs.... Quote Forever in my Heart Joe T Greyhound, Charly Bear, Angel Daisy, and Katze & Buzz Kitty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest pwsopk Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 http://www.harboranimal.com/Pet%20Dental%20Care.htm randomly googled some link. This web page shows the common dog dental conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest kydie Posted September 9, 2009 Share Posted September 9, 2009 Sometimes there a dark areas on the teeth that may look that way, staining, have a vet check them, it will make you feel better Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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