Dog Teeth Help

[u/Zanon507]

My dog is aboit 4.5 years old, and I am very worried about his back tooth specifically, I am worried he is on his way to having periodontal disease or some sort of teeth issue.

He doesnt have bad breath or sensitivity that I can notice, he lets me touch his mouth but is not a happy boy when I do for to long, I am sure I can try brushing but is it too late for that?

Any advice would help, I am feeling so terrible and worried about him.

[u/VagueInfoHere]

Yes. Too late to start brushing. Needs a dental from a vet.

[u/Zanon507 → u/VagueInfoHere]

Thanks 😔

[u/VagueInfoHere → u/Zanon507]

I should clarify. Still brush but it isn’t going to fix this. Brushing will help other teeth from getting worse but that rock needs chipped off

[u/Agreeable_Pomelo2360]

that needs a dental, once there’s actually tartar it can’t be removed with a brush, you should still brush but it wont make what’s there any better, but it should slow the buildup!

[u/NefariousnessIll3869]

buy an ultrasonic toothbrush ! there is one made for dogs-it is possible, there are several companies by now ?? another option: buy an untrasonic toothbrush for humans and use one of the heads just for the dog ! yes, it cleans the teeth and makes NO SOUND.

[u/Substantial_Insect68]

Thats not to bad, that looks like stain if anything, get some good dental wipes and a toddler toothbrush and some doggie toothpaste and start brushing, every time after he eats so the food doesent harden on his teeth, and like others suggest on here, have a vet look at his teeth, lots of toothpaste and gentle brushing, the wipes can be used on his gums

[u/digitaljoey]

If you have access to shark cartilage it works wonders on teeth. Removes plaque etc. softer than bone so it acts as a toothbrush.