A technological advancement in pet dental care is addressing the widespread problem of periodontal disease in dogs and cats through a drinking water additive containing molecular iodine (I2). According to holistic veterinarian Dr. Babette Gladstein, as many as 85% of dogs develop some form of gum disease by age two, making it the most diagnosed condition in pets. Untreated periodontal disease can lead to serious complications including oral infections, tooth loss, increased cancer risk, and systemic diseases affecting kidneys, liver, lungs, heart, and diabetes management.
Herb Moskowitz, DDS, Chairman of ioTech International, explains that dental plaque buildup is the primary factor in periodontal disease development, and traditional methods like daily brushing have proven challenging for pet owners to maintain consistently. The company's ioVet™ Oral product aims to provide a simple, effective alternative through molecular iodine added to drinking water. Recent clinical trials following Veterinary Oral Health Council guidelines demonstrated remarkable efficacy in two double-blind, placebo-controlled studies involving 25 kenneled dogs each.
Over a 28-day period, dogs treated with molecular iodine in their drinking water experienced an average 44% reduction in plaque compared to placebo groups, results that significantly surpassed the effectiveness of daily veterinarian-supervised teeth brushing. The treatment requires pet owners to add just 1 milliliter of product to each 8 ounces of their pet's drinking water daily. Benefits include safe and easy application, clinically proven effectiveness, promotion of periodontal health, nutritional value, cost-effective preventative care, no microbial resistance development, and effective breath freshening properties.
Dr. Moskowitz emphasizes the potential impact, stating that despite best efforts, periodontal disease in dogs and cats has reached epidemic proportions, but a few drops daily of ioVet™ Oral provides an effective, easy-to-use option for healthier pets. This development represents a significant advancement in pet dental care that could improve oral health and overall well-being for millions of animals. As periodontal disease remains prevalent among companion animals, this technology offers pet owners a practical tool to combat gum disease and associated health risks. The product is available through veterinary offices, the company's website at https://www.iotechintl.com, and on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com.
