Are Siamese cats prone to dental problems?
Periodontal disease affects 85-95% of cats over 2 years of age Persians, Maine Coons, Burmese and Siamese tend to be more prone to early onset or severe periodontal disease.
How do you clean a cat’s gums?
Put a small dab of toothpaste on your cleaning tool of choice, and brush the teeth along the gum line. Work quickly, and stop before your cat shows signs of irritation. The more your cat enjoys this experience, the more likely he will be to allow you to continue brushing his teeth regularly in the future.
What can I clean my cat’s mouth with?
Fluoride-free toothpaste designed for cats is readily available and is often flavoured with beef or chicken. You can brush your cat’s teeth with either sterile gauze strips or a rubber toothbrush or finger brush that’s especially designed for cats.
What can I give my Cat to keep his teeth clean?
Chewing bones knocks off tartar and helps keep their teeth and gums healthy. Since domesticated cats aren’t eating mice and other animals for their daily meals, some veterinarians recommend giving them hard toys to chew on. Any chew toy you get for your cat should not be any harder than your fingernail.
What should you do if your cat has bleeding gums?
While brushing your cat’s teeth, do a quick scan of his mouth to see if there is anything that needs further attention from a vet. For example, bleeding gums are a sign your cat needs professional dental scaling by your veterinarian, so take care of that as soon as possible.
Why does my cat have gingivitis in his mouth?
Food debris feeds the bacteria that cause gingivitis and make your cat’s mouth uncomfortable. Tooth decay and gum disease have been linked to heart disease, kidney disease and other serious chronic illnesses. Don’t wait until your cat shows signs of distress to have their teeth checked out.
What happens if you don’t clean your cat’s teeth?
Bacteria in your cat’s mouth forms plaque, which sticks to the surface of your cat’s teeth. If this bacteria-laden plaque is not removed by a good brushing, it begins to mineralize into tartar, a substance that essentially cements to the teeth and can only be removed by dental scaling at the vet’s office.
What should I do if my cat’s gums are red?
If your cat’s gums are inflamed and red, then it can be a sign of dental disease. By massaging your cat’s gums, you can not only accelerate healing, but also strengthen the gums so your cat will be less likely to suffer from gum problems later on. Diet is another important factor in maintaining your cat’s teeth.
What’s the best way to keep your cat’s teeth clean?
Daily brushing is the absolute BEST way to prevent dental disease. Toothpaste specially designed for cats is readily available in flavors they’ll enjoy. Do NOT try to brush your cat’s teeth with “people” toothpaste; if fluoride toothpaste is ingested, it can make your cat severely ill.
Food debris feeds the bacteria that cause gingivitis and make your cat’s mouth uncomfortable. Tooth decay and gum disease have been linked to heart disease, kidney disease and other serious chronic illnesses. Don’t wait until your cat shows signs of distress to have their teeth checked out.
How do you treat periodontitis in a feline?
To treat feline periodontitis, your veterinarian will recommend removing plaque and mineral buildup by scaling and polishing the teeth while trying to save the teeth wherever possible. In extreme cases of periodontitis, extraction of teeth, sometimes of numerous teeth, may be required.