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Written by Melissa Guillory, DVM
Published: 07 January 2019
Toothbrushing is considered the ‘gold standard’ in oral home care. Studies have shown that the simple mechanical action of brushing the teeth is the most effective way to remove plaque, with or without toothpaste. When teeth first erupt, they are clean and in perfect condition. However, the natural process of eating and drinking causes plaque to accumulate, forming a substance called calculus.
Written by Melissa Guillory, DVM
Published: 04 January 2019
Tooth brushing for pets . . . it may sound silly to pet owners, but daily tooth brushing is important to maintain a pet’s good oral health. Can you imagine what our human mouths would look like without regular oral home care and professional cleanings? It should not be a surprise then, that our pets will develop periodontal disease (gum disease) if they are not receiving routine oral home care and regular professional cleanings.