Porphyromonas Vaccine

Porphyromonas Denticanis-Gulae-Salivosa Bacterin

The Porphyromonas vaccine is approved for the vaccination of healthy dogs as an aid in preventing periodontitis, as demonstrated by a reduction in bone changes (osteolysis/osteosclerosis).

Advantages:

• Porphyromonas Denticanis-Gulae-Salivosa Bacterin is the first and only vaccine to aid in the prevention of canine periodontitis which affects 85% of dogs over 3 years of age.
• This product is an important new adjunct to professional dental cleaning, periodontal therapy and owner-administrated dental care routines.
• Safety of the vaccine was evaluated in laboratory studies and a field safety study.

Common questions about the porphyromonas vaccine

How often will my dog be vaccinated?
Your dog will initially receive two doses of the Porphyromonas vaccine, given three weeks apart. Yearly boosters are recommended thereafter.

When is it safe to vaccinate my dog?
Safety was demonstrated in dogs 7 weeks of age and older.

What if my dog already has periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease can progress to four different stages. There can even be different stages of involvement in different teeth within the same dog's mouth. Appropriate periodontal therapy should be administered to restore health to the teeth; however, all teeth can potentially benefit from the Porphyromonas vaccine.

If my dog receives the vaccine, are cleaning and brushing still necessary?
The Porphyromonas vaccine should be used as part of a total dental care package that includes at-home care and professional cleanings. Even with the use of the Porphyromonas vaccine, tartar and plaque may still develop.

What else should I do to keep my dog's mouth healthy?
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What are the possible side effects of the Porphyromonas vaccine?
As with any vaccine, the potential for side effects after vaccination exists. Pain at the injection site is the most common. With every vaccine, we your dog home with a sample of pain medication. This has significantly reduced the pain associated with the vaccine.