Brushing cat's teeth?

Is it necessary to brush cat's teeth?

Brushing cat's teeth?
My vet (where I'm a client and an employee) does sell toothbrush kits for cats and dogs. I've never tried to brush my cat's teeth. But they do need yearly checkups which at that time their teeth will be checked by the doctor. Tartar buildup will have to be removed as not only can it cause bad breath, but other health problems such as heart problems. Also, unchecked teeth can lead to abscesses which are painful and may require extraction of the tooth.
Reply:yes, but be ready to be scratched
Reply:yes, try and do it at the absolute least once a month, but once a week is much better, if you have the time to do it every day even better.
Reply:No, the vet should look at their teeth when you take it for a check up, if the vet doesn't you could ask them to look.


The vet will say if their are any problems.


Also if your cat is not eating it could be a problem with their teeth.
Reply:you can...to help get rid of tartar build up. Its important for you cat to have healthy teeth and gums, but brushing isnt really necessary.





They have cat treats that contain chlorophyll with helps freshen breath and clean teeth. They are crunchy treats with a soft inside. My cat ADORES these things, and they really do work well.
Reply:Not necessarily. I have a twelve year old cat with all her teeth and they've never been brushed. Plaque buildup has a lot to do with diet. But it's not a bad idea to brush their teeth. You can go to a vet and have their teeth cleaned from time to time, get the brushing setup for yourself, or get treats and food that are known to reduce plaque. Mostly, keep an eye on their teeth. Infection from bad teeth has been known to make poor kitty sick and left completely unchecked can kill them. But that's the extreme. Like I said, I've never cleaned any of my cat's teeth and they live for freakin ever!
Reply:Supposedly.....I haven't worked up the courage to try it yet....lol.
Reply:nope, they will take care of it themsleves, whether they rub their teeth on some carpet or on some corner of something. My cat will take and rub his mouth on the edge of my desk to clean his teeth off. Cats, unlike dogs, keep themsleves clean all the time, they are constanlty washing themselves or their cat companions
Reply:show me a cat thats gonna allow that !! lol





I give mine tarter Control treats , an so far so good !!
Reply:yes, but be very careful if you do


thank you
Reply:I brush my cats' teeth once a week, which is what my vet recommened. They can get gum disease, tartar build-up, etc. just like people. Look at it this way; how do you think it would feel to have a toothache and not be able to tell anybody??? Also, you should have your vet do it once a year. If you start doing it yourself, give the cat a treat when you're done as a reward. Your vet will tell you how you should do it.
Reply:It's not absolutely necessary to brush, but you should keep and eye on your cats oral hygiene.


Indications are yellowing of teeth, bad breath etc.


If you train a cat at an early age to allow for the brushing of it's teeth it is a lot easier in the long run. Look at it thins way, a dental cleaning for the average cat can range anywhere from $300 - $700 dollars. Would you rather pay that... or buy a $5.00 tube of toothpaste (the special for cats kind) and brush.
Reply:It depends on the health of your cat and it's diet. If it is on a soft diet due to other health issues such as UTD, you may have to since it's not eating dry food (which often helps with tartar build-up). I would consult with your vet for the best thing for your cat.