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Terms

Gingival –

pertaining to the gums

Chlorhexidine –

a bacteriostatic and bactericidal antiseptic

Plaque –

a soft, grayish biofilm of bacteria.

Cetylpyridinium chloride –

a strong bactericidal with resistance to fungi

Tartar –

hardened, mineralized plaque.

Dual-Enzyme System –

activated by saliva to produce Hypothiocyanite ions which eliminates placque-forming bacteria.

Gingivitis –

occurs when the gums (gingiva) are inflamed and swollen.

Enzyme –

a protein (or protein-based molecule) that speeds up a chemical reaction in a living organism.

Fluorides –

organic and inorganic compounds containing the element fluorine

Facts

Periodontal disease affects 85 % of adult pets.
Periodontal disease is one of the most common conditions seen by veterinarians.
One milligram of plaque contains over one trillion potentially disease-causing bacteria.
Chlorhexidine is considered the gold standard for oral antiseptics.
C.E.T. chew, rinse and brush products are the only products available with chlorhexidine.

C.E.T. chew, rinse and brush products with chlorhexidine, which eliminates bacterial growth, are the only products available with this proven, patented technology.

Product information on this Web site is intended only for residents of the United States. Products available in other countries may have different product labeling.

Pet health information on this Web site is for informational purposes only. It should not replace discussions with a pet healthcare provider. Questions and/or decisions concerning pet healthcare should be made in consultation with a veterinarian.