Most young cats have immature immune systems and will suffer from gingivitis if they are not careful, which is called "juvenile gingivitis." Gingivitis in cats should not be underestimated. The bacteria caused by gingivitis will enter the respiratory tract, stomach, and enter the

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The immune system of most young cats is not fully developed, and they will suffer from gingivitis if they are not careful, which is called "juvenile gingivitis". Juvenile gingivitis usually occurs between the ages of 6 and 8 months and resolves by about two years of age.

Most young cats have immature immune systems and will suffer from gingivitis if they are not careful, which is called

Gingivitis in cats should not be underestimated. The bacteria caused by gingivitis will enter the respiratory tract, stomach, and enter the blood through wounds, causing respiratory tract, intestinal tract, eye, liver, kidney and other diseases, directly threatening the health of furry children. life safety.

What should I do if I get gingivitis? How to treat it?

Most young cats have immature immune systems and will suffer from gingivitis if they are not careful, which is called

Common symptoms of juvenile cat gingivitis

: bad breath, salivation, gum swelling, obvious inflammation, and bleeding during chewing and oral examination.

Treatment process:

1. Check

general anesthesia to check tooth mobility, periodontal pockets depth and full mouth X-ray examination.

2. Diagnosis and treatment

Teeth cleaning should be done every 3-6 months, hyperplastic gums should be removed, and laser ablation can be performed to reduce inflammation and swelling.

3. Care

After completing the initial treatment and two dental treatments, pet owners need to insist on brushing the sick cat's teeth once a day to reduce plaque stimulation and control inflammation.

High-incidence breeds: Cats of any breed may suffer from the disease. Among them, Siamese , Maine Coon, Abyssinian and domestic cats have higher incidence rates.

If treatment is delayed, gingivitis will develop into periodontal disease , leading to early infection and tooth loss, which can only be cured by tooth extraction. You can also consult Awen Internet Pet Hospital to learn about cat oral diseases in advance and take preventive measures.

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