Applying antiplaque sealants

Applying antiplaque sealant

FIGURE 10 - Application of antiplaque sealant.

(A) Barrier sealant gel professionally applied to a cat’s gingival sulcus; home plaque prevention gel is then reapplied weekly by the pet owner.
(B) Application of hydrophilic gingival dental sealant professionally applied to a dog’s gingival sulcus; reapplication is recommended every 6 mo.
Photo courtesy of Jan Bellows.

 

These guidelines are supported by generous educational grants from
Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc., CareCredit, Hill’s ® Pet Nutrition Inc., and Midmark