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Originally Posted by princesschloe1  Hi everyone,
I have been brushing Chloe's teeth every single day with CET Vanilla-Mint but recently I have noticed some yellow on her teeth. I'm really upset about this because I do brush EVERY day and I expected for her teeth to be pure white with no tartar from these efforts 
I would like to know what everyone does for their dental care routine? I have been searching around YorkieTalk and have seen that some people use Sonicare, OraVet or HealthyMouth. If I add a Sonicare instead of a regular toothbrush and a product like OraVet or HealthyMouth, would that be a better routine than only brushing her teeth with the CET? Also, is it recommended to brush 2x a day or is 1x enough like I have been doing?
She hasn't had a real dental at the Vet office yet because I'm really scared about anesthesia for her so I'm hoping if I add something in her dental routine that her teeth will improve. My vet did say that her teeth are fine, though.. I just want to improve my dental at-home routine. |
I believe it is due to genetics. I brush their teeth once a day. I use healthy mouth water when I remember but they won't drink it from the bowl so I syringe a little in their mouths as a "mouthwash."
Don't be afraid of anesthesia. You have to have a respect for it and know that there is a very small risk to it but it should not prevent you from doing necessary medical treatments for Chloe. I have one elderly dog with liver and kidney disease who is a higher risk for anesthesia. She had a dental two months ago and I didn't worry about the anesthesia. I felt it was more important to her overall health to clean her teeth (and they were not that bad). I believe good oral care (home care and professional care when warranted) can really prolong their lives! I know Chloe is very young but if she is starting to have yellow and tartar on her teeth then she may need a dental in the next 6 mos to a year. Talk with your vet in advance so you won't be so nervous about what they are doing. I stopped worry about procedures and anesthesia a while ago. Anesthesia is the tool they need to help our dogs!