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Case Study: Mittens
Basic Information
Name: Mittens
Breed: Domestic Shorthair
Sex: Female, Spayed
Weight: 11.8 lbs.
DOB/Age: 3/1/2006
History
Mittens presented on 10/11/2010 with Chronic Gingivitis. Also, has a history of Bladder infections, but stabilized through diet changes. Currently on UT Strength (2 treats per day) to help manage bladder infections and Pet Ease applied once a day to the gingiva. Not currently on any medications.
Presenting Problems
Chronic Gingivitis. Inflammation/pain, left side of mouth more inflamed than the right.
Condition / Diagnosis / Findings
Chronic Gingivitis and tartar, 6 teeth extracted. Diet: Instinct and Evo dry-low carbohydrate and grain free, three times a day.
Therapy Goals
Owner looking for alternative treatments to help improve Mittens gingivitis, and to decrease pain/inflammation.
Course of Therapy
In clinic therapy- Laser IV therapy 2 times a week and Acupuncture Once a week initially. Laser IV therapy treating both upper and lower gingival/jaws, focusing on the Left side. Mittens completed 12 weekly Laser IV therapy sessions and 2 Bi-weekly Laser IV therapy sessions. Currently Mittens is being treated monthly with the Laser IV.
Progress Evaluation
Mittens owner noted a decrease in gingival redness after the fifth Laser IV treatment. After 8 Laser IV therapy treatments, a decrease in gingival redness and inflammation was noted.
Progress to Date
Mittens is currently receiving Monthly Laser IV treatments for her gingivitis. We are pleased that Mittens continues to have a decrease in inflammation, redness,and discomfort of the gingival. We continue to evaluate Mittens response to current therapy. Mittens owner is pleased with the decrease in redness in the gingiva.
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