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cassteachny · 10-05-2010, 05:13 PM

Hi everyone.. just wanted some advice with dental health. Mason is going to be six soon... his teeth were in good shape but last year my vet advised me get his teeth cleaned. Mason did not respond well to the anesthesia so I am hesitant to do it again. Im not consistent with brushing but Im using this spray foam and a liquid that goes in his water... Do you think this is enough? Do you all recommend the teeth cleaning every few years?

BanditSocks2 · 10-05-2010, 05:16 PM

What happened with the anesthesia?

My vet said that most small dogs require dentals yearly to every few years but it depends on the dog and how well you keep up with brushing. If your dog is prone to bad teeth keep up the brushing, it will reduce the amount of dentals that are required. I've been TRYING to do the spray daily and brush every 3 days. Nala's teeth are great, but Bandit (who has already had a dental) aren't.

yorkiepuppie · 10-05-2010, 05:43 PM

i found this article online, take a look, it has pretty good information.

http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...gram-dogs.html

Ellie May · 10-07-2010, 03:09 PM

What kind of anesthesia and what happened?

Daily brushing is strongly recommended. Yearly cleaning is necessary at time, but with good homecare, it can usually be done less often. But then some Yorkies get enough build up to justify one every 6 months. Depends on the dog and the owner.

yorkiepuppie · 10-07-2010, 03:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

What kind of anesthesia and what happened?

Daily brushing is strongly recommended. Yearly cleaning is necessary at time, but with good homecare, it can usually be done less often. But then some Yorkies get enough build up to justify one every 6 months. Depends on the dog and the owner.

crystal is the doggie dental care expert. she even flosses ellie may's teeth, she is the one who inspired me to start brushing my doggies' teeth.

Ellie May · 10-07-2010, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkiepuppie

crystal is the doggie dental care expert. she even flosses ellie may's teeth, she is the one who inspired me to start brushing my doggies' teeth.

lol, I don't even like dentistry, but I watch dentals all the time. Boring.

Ok, so confession...I rarely do that anymore. I have been slacking.

But, maybe I should start again.

yorkiepuppie · 10-07-2010, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

lol, I don't even like dentistry, but I watch dentals all the time. Boring.

Ok, so confession...I rarely do that anymore. I have been slacking.

But, maybe I should start again.

it's ok. i never even attempted to floss the dogs' teeth. i also don't know anyone else besides you who floss their dogs' teeth.

cally930 · 10-07-2010, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by yorkiepuppie

it's ok. i never even attempted to floss the dogs' teeth. i also don't know anyone else besides you who floss their dogs' teeth.

OMG! Do you really floss your dog's teeth? That is really amazing that your dog will sit there while you did that.

Ellie May · 10-07-2010, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by cally930

OMG! Do you really floss your dog's teeth? That is really amazing that your dog will sit there while you did that.

Yes.
The only thing she won't tolerate is vibration (like SoniCare). Anyway, I'm a big believer in making (most) doggies deal with things even when they don't like it so that their dogtors will be able to handle them easier (and me too when I have to give drugs, etc.). So she just isn't given a choice.

Bonzo · 10-08-2010, 05:22 AM

My 4 month old Yorkie will let me do almost anything to him except clean his teeth! I've tried using my little finger with toothpaste on but he really creates. My vet said it's probably because his mouth is so tiny and just to leave it for now, but I don't want him developing problems. Advice please!!

apple718 · 10-10-2010, 11:46 AM

Well there's the popular petzlife, but Im still not convinced since there have been users here who say they don't see any difference. However, there is something similar called plaq clnz gel that claim they are the only real gel product that cleans tartar without using a toothbrush.

They currently giving out samples and I got my little bottle sample last week and have started to use it. It's a little early but I think I see some of the brown/yellow stains shows signs of lightening. I will know more in the weeks to come so I will post back. Heck it's free so why not give it try...

PlaqClnz the New Oral Cleansing System for Dogs and Cats.

cherryblossom · 01-02-2013, 08:54 PM

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Originally Posted by apple718

Well there's the popular petzlife, but Im still not convinced since there have been users here who say they don't see any difference. However, there is something similar called plaq clnz gel that claim they are the only real gel product that cleans tartar without using a toothbrush.
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update? so did it work?

10-05-2010, 05:13 PM	#1
cassteachny YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Long Beach NY Posts: 1	Gum health, teeth cleaning Hi everyone.. just wanted some advice with dental health. Mason is going to be six soon... his teeth were in good shape but last year my vet advised me get his teeth cleaned. Mason did not respond well to the anesthesia so I am hesitant to do it again. Im not consistent with brushing but Im using this spray foam and a liquid that goes in his water... Do you think this is enough? Do you all recommend the teeth cleaning every few years?

10-05-2010, 05:43 PM	#3
yorkiepuppie Donating YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: San Jose, CA, USA Posts: 2,883	i found this article online, take a look, it has pretty good information. http://www.yorkietalk.com/forums/yor...gram-dogs.html __________________ www.yenspiration.com i love milu

10-07-2010, 03:09 PM	#4
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	What kind of anesthesia and what happened? Daily brushing is strongly recommended. Yearly cleaning is necessary at time, but with good homecare, it can usually be done less often. But then some Yorkies get enough build up to justify one every 6 months. Depends on the dog and the owner. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

10-05-2010, 05:16 PM	#2
BanditSocks2 YT 1000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Crofton, MD, USA Posts: 1,522	What happened with the anesthesia? My vet said that most small dogs require dentals yearly to every few years but it depends on the dog and how well you keep up with brushing. If your dog is prone to bad teeth keep up the brushing, it will reduce the amount of dentals that are required. I've been TRYING to do the spray daily and brush every 3 days. Nala's teeth are great, but Bandit (who has already had a dental) aren't.

10-08-2010, 05:22 AM	#10
Bonzo YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: England Posts: 7	My 4 month old Yorkie will let me do almost anything to him except clean his teeth! I've tried using my little finger with toothpaste on but he really creates. My vet said it's probably because his mouth is so tiny and just to leave it for now, but I don't want him developing problems. Advice please!!

10-10-2010, 11:46 AM	#11
apple718 Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: oceanside, ca Posts: 121	Well there's the popular petzlife, but Im still not convinced since there have been users here who say they don't see any difference. However, there is something similar called plaq clnz gel that claim they are the only real gel product that cleans tartar without using a toothbrush. They currently giving out samples and I got my little bottle sample last week and have started to use it. It's a little early but I think I see some of the brown/yellow stains shows signs of lightening. I will know more in the weeks to come so I will post back. Heck it's free so why not give it try... PlaqClnz the New Oral Cleansing System for Dogs and Cats.