More commonly, the retained baby teeth trap food and debris, and promote
plaque and tartar formation, leading to periodontal disease which can destroy both the baby tooth and the adult tooth.
DIET: Avoid feeding soft, canned, or sticky foods as a large portion of the diet as they will contribute to
plaque and tartar formation and retention.
Some special diets are available from your vet that are specifically aimed to help prevent
plaque and tartar formation.
Like humans, brushing will not only prevent
plaque and tartar formation; it will also promote healthy gums and reduce halitosis (bad breath).
They come in different flavours and can be helpful in reducing (but not preventing)
plaque and tartar formation - ask your vet what the most effective dental chews are.
In these cases, there are still ways in which you can help prevent
plaque and tartar formation:
We then ultrasonically scale away plaque and tartar, x-ray your pet's teeth and jaw to identify deeper concerns, perform oral surgery to extract teeth or remove oral tumors, thoroughly polish the tooth surfaces, apply dental sealants to reduce further
plaque and tartar formation, and create an oral health plan for your pet.
According to Dr. Leslie, a product awarded the VOHC seal of acceptance «needs to show that
plaque and tartar formation will be retarded by 20 percent or greater as compared to a normal dry dog or cat food only.»
And you're right, dry food would also contribute to increased
plaque and tartar formation, so it's a double whammy!
As an added boon, raw diets are low in carbohydrates and hence do not promote
plaque and tartar formation in the same way that processed foods do.
One of the cool features of Royal Canin's Breed Health Nutrition Shih Tzu dog food for adult dogs is the specialized kibble shape that's easy to pick up and helps reduce dental
plaque and tartar formation.
Not exact matches
Ask your vet about a specially formulated dry food that can slow down the
formation of
plaque and tartar.
Those treats beware of
plaque and prevent the
formation of
tartar.
Sodium tripolyphosphate interacts with saliva minerals
and reduce the
formation of
tartar plaque.
Sodium tripolyphosphate
and specialized kibbles help to reduce dental
plaque and limit
tartar formation
The kibble is the perfect size for small teeth
and jaws
and is designed to limited
tartar formation and reduce dental
plaque, helping your dog keep their teeth healthy
and strong.
The kibble is uniquely designed to help reduce dental
plaque and limit the
formation of
tartar, helping your dog's teeth stay stronger for longer.
Together, these help combat your dogs bad breath, reduce
plaque formation,
and soften
tartar.
It also helps reduce
plaque formation on teeth
and assists dog
tartar removal.
Bacteria
and plaque accumulate on the teeth
and lead to the
formation of
tartar.
Finally, the teeth are polished to slow down
formation of new
plaque,
tartar and calculus.
Also there are new chew toys for dental disease that remove
plaque and reduce
tartar formation such as the Nyla Knot ®
and the Dental Exerciser ®.
The chewy texture of the Greenies TEENIE serves like a brush on your pooch's teeth
and a sponge on the gums so that food particles are effectively removed
and the
formation of
plaque and tartar is prevented.
These work by mechanically removing
plaque or by additives that prevent
formation of
plaque and mineralization of
tartar.
This is because Oravet Dental Chews contain a special ingredient, delmopinol, which works to form a preventive barrier that blocks bacteria,
and the future
formation of
plaque and tartar that builds up over time.
Since dogs
and cats do not brush their teeth every day, the bacteria multiply
and eventually form a hard substance that is known as
plaque,
and this leads to
tartar formation.
This no - fuss bowl is clinically proven to reduce the
formation of
plaque,
tartar and gingivitis.
The crunchy exterior helps keep your cat's teeth clean,
and free of
plaque and tartar, while the inside is rich in fiber to help minimize hairball
formation and promote healthy digestion.
Like all small breeds, Yorkies are particularly prone to
tartar and dental
plaque formation.
Besides that, raw diet food usually doesn't stick to the dogs» teeth, thus preventing the
formation of
plaque and tartar.
If the
plaque is not removed from the teeth, it will harden over time
and become a thick, bone - like
formation known as
tartar, or calculus.
OraVet Dental Hygiene Chews combat bad breath
and the
formation of
plaque and tartar to defend your dog against dental disease with each delicious bite.
While nothing beats regular brushing, oral rinses, dental diets
and dental treats can help reduce the bacteria
and plaque that lead to
tartar formation.
Performed with either a specially designed dog toothbrush or fingerbrush, regular brushing (3 times a week or more) will greatly reduce the amount of
plaque that accumulates on the teeth, thereby curbing
tartar development
and stopping the
formation of gingivitis.
Pet food manufacturers have recently developed new dental diets that can help reduce the
formation of
plaque and tartar in your dog.
Vegetable - based chews that work with a dog's chewing action to freshen breath, reduce
plaque,
and decrease
tartar formation.
Arm & Hammer Advanced Care
Tartar Control Toothpaste is made up enzymes that help in inhibiting the formation of tartar and plaque around the teeth and
Tartar Control Toothpaste is made up enzymes that help in inhibiting the
formation of
tartar and plaque around the teeth and
tartar and plaque around the teeth
and jaws.
Some of the ingredients in KissAble All Natural Dog Toothpaste are kaolin for polishing teeth, stevia
and vanilla for taste, Tetrasodium
and Tetrapotassium phosphate to reduce
formation of
plaque and tartar,
and tea tree oil for antifungal
and antiseptic function.
Chlorhexidine Rinse disrupts the
formation of biofilm
and thus prevents
plaque build - up
and tartar.
Ingredients: kaolin for polishing teeth, stevia
and vanilla for taste, Tetrasodium
and Tetrapotassium phosphate to reduce
formation of
plaque and tartar,
and tea tree oil for antifungal
and antiseptic function.
It also helps reduce
formation and buildup of
tartar and plaque.
Clenz - A-Dent PlaqueOff contains the seaweed Ascophyllum nodosum which is a natural agent that reduces the
formation of dental
plaque,
tartar [calculus]
and bad breath.
Other Ways to Prevent Dental Problems Give your pooch treats that are specially formulated to keep canine teeth healthy,
and ask your vet about a specially formulated dry food that can slow down the
formation of
plaque and tartar.
A reduction in
plaque can in turn reduce gingivitis
and tartar formation, which are part of periodontal disease in dogs.