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Halitosis, or bad breath, is an unpleasant odorPerfect Litter AlertPet Ecology Perfect Litter™ outperforms all other litters in every way. Our Patented formula is ultra lightweight - up to 70% lighter than regul... coming from your cat's mouth. Usually halitosis had oral causes, although sometimes it can be caused by other disease processes. There are several products on the market to help you deal with bad kitty breath including cat toothbrush and paste, cat treats that can help minimize tartar or freshen cat breath as welll as kitty breath drops. It is first important to understand and treat any underlying diseases that may be causing the foul odor. These include:
A dental, also sometimes called a "prophy" or prophylaxis, is a professional cleaning and polishing of a cat's teeth. Performed under general anesthesia, a dental prophy is often needed once a year.
Dental disease (especially periodontal disease) is the most common disease in our feline companions. Fortunately, we can reduce or even prevent dental disease by feeding a crunchy diet and daily tooth...
Gingivitis is the inflammation of the gum tissue, which can result in redness and/or swollen gums.
Periodontitis is the inflammation of the structures that support teeth, and it is caused by bacteria that make up plaque; it's one of the most common infectious diseases in cats.
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