Dental Prophylaxis

Lance tries some t/d after his prophy

Plaque builds up on teeth immediately after each meal. Eventually, with the help of bacteria naturally in the mouth, it calcifies into tartar, a hard substance which inflames the gums and can make the teeth fall out.
Your cat will need a dental prophy- a scale and polish - if we notice plaque and tartar building up at the annual check-up. It is common for cats to need a prophy every year - just like humans.
After a scale and polish we discuss how to prevent more plaque and tartar building up on the teeth.
Many cats like stir fry strips, which keep their chewing teeth nice and clean as they chew along the strips.
Cats who like their crunchies might prefer Hills t/d or Greenies. As their teeth break through the biscuit it cleans the food and plaque off.