Identification of Helicobacter and Wolinella spp. in Oral Cavity of Toy Breed Dogs with Periodontal Disease

Periodontal diseases are the most common oral cavity infectious diseases in adult dogs. We aimed in this study to identify Helicobacter and Wolinella spp. in saliva and dental plaque of dogs with periodontitis. Sixty two small breed pet dogs, aged more than 6 years from both genders were categorized in healthy and periodontitis groups. Samples from saliva and dental plaques were collected and Helicobacter and Wolinella were identified on genus and species levels using PCR. Our results showed significant increase in infection rate of Wolinella spp.
Source: Topics in Companion Animal Medicine - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research