Assess Your Pet's Teeth

Explore the visual guide below to understand changes in your dog's teeth and gums. Images alone cannot diagnose or stage dental disease.

From Healthy Gums to Dental Disease

1. Stage 0Healthy

   Clean teeth, firm pink gums.

2. Stage 1Gingivitis

   Inflamed gums; no attachment loss.

3. Stage 2Early Periodontitis

   Less than 25% attachment loss.

4. Stage 3Moderate Periodontitis

   25–50% attachment loss.

5. Stage 4Advanced Periodontitis

   More than 50% attachment loss.