Top Pet Dental Cleaning Tips for Safe and Happy Pets

What are the dangers of tartar?

Tartar can accelerate the atrophy of the gums and the bones supporting the teeth, leading to premature loosening and loss of teeth, which significantly impacts the quality of life for older adults.

Additionally, pets have a continuous digestive tract. If bacteria thrive in the mouth, these bacteria can travel through the digestive system with food, causing a range of issues such as oral mucosal ulcers, chronic esophageal ulcers, and imbalances in the gut flora, leading to further health problems due to loss of appetite and poor absorption.

While teeth cleaning has its benefits, pets may not comprehend this. Pet teeth cleaning is not as straightforward as it is for humans and can involve numerous complications. Therefore, it's crucial for pet owners to have their pets' teeth cleaned by a veterinarian in a professional clinic before proceeding.

Understanding the importance of teeth cleaning,

Can anesthesiafree teeth cleaning achieve the same results as anesthesiabased teeth cleaning?

There are many pet grooming services that offer anesthesiafree teeth cleaning. Some pet owners, upon seeing "teeth cleaning" and "anesthesiafree," may believe this is less harmful to their pets and still effective for dental hygiene. However, anesthesiafree teeth cleaning is fundamentally different from anesthesiabased teeth cleaning.

Teeth cleaning requires the thorough cleaning of the area below the gum line, not just a quick scrape on the surface of the teeth. How can you clean a pet's gums without anesthesia?

Moreover, some tartar is very firm and requires the use of sharp tools to remove it. If the animal moves slightly during the process, it can easily cause injury, and the veterinarian might also be bitten. Areas with lesions or infections can cause a strong reaction in the animal, making it impossible to clean deeply. The back teeth and inner surfaces are also difficult to see and clean.

Is anesthesia harmful to pets? Is the risk high?

Before undergoing anesthesiabased teeth cleaning, pets must undergo a series of checks, including blood tests, blood chemistry, coagulation function, and Xrays if there is periodontal disease, to ensure that they are suitable for anesthesia.

Some pets with kidney or liver failure, or heart issues, are not suitable for anesthesia. In such cases, pet owners may need to explore alternative methods for dental care.

Moreover, dental cleaning anesthesia is different from anesthesia for other surgeries, such as spaying or neutering. Dental cleaning anesthesia is a "shallow anesthesia," with a very small dose of anesthetic, primarily to relax the pet's muscles, blur its consciousness, and prevent any resistance.

Regular cleaning is essential

Some pet owners mistakenly believe that once their pets have had their teeth cleaned, everything is fine. Wrong!

Teeth cleaning cannot replace daily dental care. Consistently using the correct methods to clean your pet's teeth and scheduling regular teeth cleanings based on the specific needs of their teeth is the right approach. We recommend using petspecific toothbrushes or abrasive gloves for oral hygiene.

Never use human toothpaste and brushes on pets, as the scent and shape are not suitable for them and can lead to resistance and vomiting.

Additionally, when cats and dogs have dental issues, they can use Pet齿健 as a daily oral care product. It's antibacterial, antiinflammatory, and removes tartar, making it a comprehensive solution for pet dental health!