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	You can see from the diagram just how far the roots of a dog’s teeth go into the jaw, so when your vet talks about dental health and how rotten/calculated teeth impact the kidneys and heart by bacteria entering in the blood stream you can see how easily this would occur.  Calculus is filled with bacteria. The bacteria constantly release toxins that eat away at the periodontal ligament that holds the tooth in the gum.      (click photos to get a better view)
You can see early stages of this irritation in the red line and slight rounding of the gum where it meets the tooth. What you can't see is how deep the destruction of the ligament has progressed.  When the destruction continues beyond the gum-line, "pockets" are formed.
	Plaque is constantly being made and deposited in the mouth. Humans have a buildup of plaque in every morning that makes our breath smell bad. Proper home care can keep plaque buildup under control. People brush their teeth several times daily to remove plaque -- why not our pets?
The goal of dental home care is to remove plaque and gingivitis from tooth surfaces before it mineralizes into calculus, a process that occurs within days of a teeth cleaning. Success depends on the owner's ability to daily brush the teeth, as well as the dog or cat’s acceptance of the process. Dental chew treats help, but true oral cleanliness can only be achieved through the mechanical action of toothbrush bristles above and below the gingiva.

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