What should I do if my dog s teeth are rotten?

Pet     9:27am, 15 June 2025

The physical health of dogs is crucial to their happiness and longevity. Dogs’ oral health is no exception. If your dog's teeth are rotten, you should take timely measures to deal with them. A dog's teeth are usually caused by improper oral health care. You may not regularly clean your dog's teeth or serve too much candy and snacks. These behaviors can cause bacteria to reproduce on the teeth, which in turn causes decay and other oral health problems.

Once you notice your dog has bad breath or has reduced its food consumption, you should check its teeth. If you find spots or cavities in your teeth, then its teeth have been corroded. The best way to do this is to follow good oral care habits before you notice these issues.

For dogs, this includes regular cleaning of teeth and providing dental health foods. These measures can reduce bacterial growth on the teeth, thereby preventing tooth rot. But if your dog's teeth are already in trouble, you should go to your veterinarian. Your veterinarian may recommend oral cleaning of your dog. This surgery requires deep cleaning of dog teeth using anesthetics and medical equipment. But oral teeth cleaning can pose risks to dogs because it requires the use of anesthetics. Plus, it can be expensive. Therefore, you should take measures to avoid oral problems and oral teeth cleaning as much as possible.

If your veterinarian recommends oral cleaning of your dog, you should carefully consider whether your dog is suitable for the surgery and whether you are willing to bear the costs. Other solutions can also be sought, such as changing food to your dog or providing oral health supplements. It is necessary for all dog owners to follow good oral care habits. This can help your dog prevent oral health problems and maintain a healthy body condition. If your dog's teeth are rotten, you should seek advice from your veterinarian and take appropriate measures to help your dog recover.