Gingival hyperplasia refers to the pathological growth of excess gum tissue as a result of ( Dr Phil  suspects)  periodontal diseae . See the picture below 

There are some breeds that are more commonly affected to gingival hyperplasia Like the  Great Dane,  Doberman and Boxers .

So Why the Gum growth ? 

As the frpreiodindal pocket   becomes inflamed ,  a reaction to dental plaque and periodontal disease in initiated. It starts to become inflamed and as opposed to just eroding the gum, like we usually see with periodontal disease - abnormal, proliferative  gum growth occurs.  In this case Likes teeth have been almost completely overtaken by Gum tissue.

Treatments involve - Gingivectomy - removing the Excessive gum tissue recontour of  the Gums. 

Then  a good scale and polish and home therapy. 

See the picture below after massive amount of gum have been removed.

Meet our Patient Luke - 6 year old -Beautiful - otherwise appearing happy Male Boxer . He was presented to Fresh Breath Doggie Dental -  a group that offers Cleaning and oral health for pets in their home environments. After The team evaluated Like they Referred Luke  over to Dr Phil for Veterinary dental therapy.

The picture below is Luke 2 hours after the procedure - happy to be going home.

Veterinay Dentistry has advanced so much.  There are now post graduate veterinay qualifications for veterainary dentists.  Many owners are looking for a more experienced veterinary dental clinic.