Why Cat Teeth Cleaning is Worth the Cost
Cat teeth cleanings are expensive because cats require general anesthesia for the procedure, and people are reluctant to shell out the bucks for a procedure that may not seem necessary. Yes, cat dental cleanings are on the spendy side, but I think they are totally worth the cost, and here is why.
Once your cat has dental tartar, gingivitis, or more advanced periodontitis, professional dental cleaning is the only way to get rid of it. It makes financial sense to pay for professional teeth cleaning before these issues come up, or before they turn into more costly issues that cause your pet to suffer
- Cats do not naturally have horrible breath
Even if a cat eats tuna every day, his breath should not smell bad. If your cat’s breath smells like something is rotting in his mouth, the odds are that he has an infection or tooth decay.
- Cat dental disease is very painful
Have you ever had an abscessed tooth or serious gum disease? If so, you know it hurts! It hurts cats, too, but our cats are masters at hiding their pain. It is an ingrained and instinctive survival technique. The only indication you may have of your cat’s pain is a change in temperament. Even with sore teeth and gums, a cat will still eat because hunger trumps pain — until the pain gets too severe, that is.
- Dental disease does not just stay in your cat’s mouth
An infection that begins as gingivitis can progress to the point where your cat develops infections in the bones, lungs, and even the bloodstream itself. The cost of treating a life-threatening systemic infection is a lot higher than the cost of those annual cat teeth cleanings.
- Cat dental disease can complicate other illnesses
Diabetic cats with dental disease, for example, suffer more than others because chronic oral infections make it difficult to keep blood sugar levels under control.
- Cat dental disease can lead to other illnesses
Research has shown that dental disease increases the risk of diabetes, infections of the heart and lungs, kidney disease, autoimmune diseases, arthritis, heart failure, and even cancer.
What are the health benefits?
Just like humans, cats can suffer from dental disorders like periodontal disease or tooth decay. These can be painful and dangerous to your cat’s health. Not only could they lose teeth, but dental diseases also could affect other areas of their health.
Here are some symptoms to look for at home that could indicate your cat is experiencing oral pain.
- Dropping food
- No interest in eating
- Running away from the bowl
- Drooling
- Bad breath
- Change in behavior
- Chewing on one side
- Trouble chewing
- Swallowing without chewing
A cat with unresolved dental issues can also be at higher risk for heart, liver, and kidney disease.
Visit your veterinarian as early recognition, diagnosis, and treatment are essential.
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