Not exact matches
IMPORTANT: Even if your cat isn't showing signs of
oral health problems, it's worth asking your veterinarian for a dental
checkup and advice on how to clean your cat's teeth to prevent problems in the future.
Most exotic pets — from ferrets to rabbits, rodents to reptiles — should have a thorough
oral examination annually as part of their regular
health checkup.
In fact, being proactive about your pet's
oral health will not only make your life together more pleasant, it's smart preventive medicine: — Bring your pet in for regular
checkups to make sure he has no underlying medical issues that may cause halitosis.
You can virtually assure yourself of your pet's good
oral health if you will follow these suggestions: regular
checkups and scalings (removal of plaque and calculus) by your veterinarian; periodic checks of the pet's mouth for bad breath and discolored, inflamed gums; a diet which generally avoids sweet or soft, sticky foods; and daily use of an
oral cleansing compound such as Maxi / Guard.
Just as people brush their teeth and get
checkups and cleanings with their dentist, your pets also need
checkups from a veterinarian to maintain
oral health.
With regular
checkups and cleanings, and good
oral health practices at home, you're much less likely to need costly treatments intended to salvage or replace decaying, weak teeth.
It's the same as asking a dentist if he has his fellow tooth doctor
checkup his
oral health, but who knows?