At Vets on Parker, we provide comprehensive cat dental care to ensure your feline friend enjoys a long, happy, and comfortable life. Our team offers a full range of dental services for cats designed to prevent and treat dental disease, a common but often overlooked health concern in cats.
Why Cat Dental Health Matters
Cats are adept at hiding discomfort, so dental issues often go unnoticed until severe. Poor dental health can lead to tooth loss, infections, and even systemic diseases affecting the heart, liver, and kidneys.
Signs of dental disease in cats include:
- Persistent bad breath
- Yellowish-brown tartar buildup along the gum line
- Swollen, reddened gums
- Loose teeth or tooth loss
- Altered eating or chewing patterns
- Excessive drooling
- Pawing at the mouth or face
- Pain or bleeding when you touch their gums or mouth
- Weight loss
- Grinding or chattering of teeth
- Visible pus around the teeth or gums
- Slow decline in energy, less playful, and inclined to sleep more
How to Maintain Your Cat’s Dental Health at Home
1. Daily Brushing
Brush your kitty’s teeth daily with a cat-specific toothbrush and toothpaste. Use gentle, circular motions, focusing on areas prone to plaque, like the back molars.
2. Cat Dental Chews
Give them dental chews designed for cats to help reduce plaque and tartar. Choose products endorsed by veterinary dentistry experts.
3. Diet
Feed your cat a diet that supports oral health. Vets on Parker recommends Hill’s Science Diet T/D, the gold standard in dental care. Each piece is larger than typical dry kibble and has properties that help reduce tartar and calculus buildup. Consult your veterinarian for the best option for your cat.
4. Dental Supplements
Use powders like Plaque Off that can be mixed into your cat’s food to help reduce the binding of plaque onto their teeth.
5. Oral Mouthwash/Wipes
Use oral mouthwash or wipes to help control bacteria and maintain oral hygiene.
6. Veterinary Dental Checkups
Regular checkups are crucial for managing tartar and plaque that home care might miss. It is recommended to schedule health checks every 6 months. Your veterinarian might suggest a dental scale and polish to:
- Prevent irreversible dental disease and tooth loss.
- Extract infected or damaged teeth that could cause pain or discomfort.
Comprehensive Cat Dental Services
At Vets on Parker, we use dental X-rays, ultrasonic cleaning equipment, and other facilities to provide thorough cat dental care. After completing an ultrasonic clean, our team will create a dental care plan tailored to your furry friend’s needs.
For a dental cleaning call Vets on Parker on (03) 9850 1355.
FAQs
Your cat must be anaesthetised for a thorough dental examination and cleaning, including X-rays. This ensures a comfortable experience, accurate results and effective care.
The cost depends on factors like tartar buildup, gum health, and whether teeth need extraction. To get a clear idea of the cost, please book an appointment for a detailed evaluation.
This can vary based on their age, breed, and current dental health. Typically, check-ups every 6 to 12 months are a good rule of thumb. Our vets can give you tailored advice based on your cat’s needs.
