Cat > Teeth and Mouth
Do cats need to brush too?
Cats do a good job of keeping their coat squeaky clean with their nonstop grooming. But a cat’s tongue can’t keep everything clean—such as the mouth it sits in. According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by the age of 3 years.
To check the health of your cat’s mouth, just take a look—and a whiff. If you notice yellow and brown tartar buildup, red, swollen gums, and bad breath that won’t go away, your cat may have periodontal disease.
Periodontal disease is one of the most prevalent diseases seen by veterinarians. Left untreated, it can become irreversible and cause serious health problems, aside from damaging the teeth and gums. Fortunately, periodontal disease is also easy to prevent through routine dental care.
Below are some products that Virbac has developed to help maintain good oral health in cats. If you have questions about any of these treatments, be sure to talk with your veterinarian. As with any treatment, always listen to your veterinarian’s instructions and read the product label.
Our Products
C.E.T.® HEXTRA® Premium Chews for Cats: Novel formulation of HEXTRA® Premium Chews works with the cat’s chewing action to help reduce plaque and loosen calculus. This chew is ideally sized for cats and provides natural abrasive cleansing action in a tasty fish flavor. Available in 3.7 oz bag.
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C.E.T.® Oral Hygiene Chews for Cats: Made from freeze-dried fish, these chews control plaque and tartar buildup. Available in fish or poultry flavor and in 30- and 96-count bags.
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C.E.T.® Oral Hygiene Rinse: An antiseptic rinse that can be used with or without brushing and leaves cats’ breath smelling fresh. The unique bent-stem applicator makes it easy to use.
Toothpastes
C.E.T.® Enzymatic Toothpaste: Specially formulated to help stop plaque from forming, this safe-to-swallow toothpaste is available in tasty poultry, malt, and vanilla-mint flavors.
C.E.T.® Tartar Control Toothpaste: Designed especially for cats that form plaque quickly, this tartar control toothpaste is more abrasive than regular toothpastes. Available in beef or seafood flavors.
Toothbrushes
C.E.T.® Cat Toothbrush: Soft, gentle, and easy to use with a unique shape that reaches the small areas of a cat’s mouth.
C.E.T.® Dual-Ended Toothbrush: This soft-bristled toothbrush offers 2 sides to take care of both large and small tooth surfaces. The long handle has a reverse angle, making it easy to use, while the tapered end conforms to your cat’s mouth and teeth.
C.E.T.® Finger Toothbrush: This convenient design is easy to use and made of durable, dishwasher-safe material. Removes plaque while massaging and strengthening gums.
C.E.T.® Mini-Toothbrush: The small end and fingertip design of this soft-bristled toothbrush allows for easy access and helps promote your cat’s comfort.
C.E.T.® Pet Toothbrush: The small end with reverse angle makes this soft-bristled toothbrush easy to use. Individually packaged in assorted colors.
Combination kits
C.E.T.® Oral Hygiene Kit for Cats: The perfect way to start a program of regular oral hygiene. Each kit contains C.E.T. Enzymatic Toothpaste (poultry-flavored), C.E.T. Finger Toothbrush, and C.E.T. Cat Toothbrush.
C.E.T. AQUADENT® Drinking Water Additive: When used along with your cat’s regular home dental care program, this water additive helps freshen your cat’s breath and helps keep plaque from forming. To use, simply add 1 teaspoon to your cat’s fresh drinking water every day.
If you have questions about any of these treatments or specific concerns about your pet’s health, print out our Checkup Checklist and contact your veterinarian.