Chew of This: The Role of Diet and Home Care in Veterinary Dentistry
Oral health is best maintained through a comprehensive approach that integrates professional dental care, effective home care, and targeted nutritional support. This session will explore the concept of the oral health triad, including the role diet plays in both mechanical plaque reduction and modulation of the oral microbiome. Current research demonstrates significant microbial dysbiosis associated with periodontal disease and other inflammatory oral conditions, highlighting the need for multifaceted management strategies. While tooth brushing remains the gold standard for home care, long-term owner compliance is often limited. Attendees will gain practical insight into evidence-based alternatives and adjunctive approaches that support oral health, improve client adherence, and enhance patient outcomes in everyday clinical practice.
- Develop an understanding of current veterinary dental home care products and their indications.
- How to use the symbiotic relationship between veterinary dental care, home care and diets for improved companion animal health.
- How the oral microbiome changes during oral pathology and its influence on systemic health.
