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Yellow stuff on my cat's teeth: How to clean and when to see a vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 1 year and 9 months old | 6.3 lbs

How do I clean my cats teeth and with what do I use to do it? I just seen some yellow stuff that looks like mucus but I feel like it's her wet cat treats and her wet food that's in there, is it something else it could be and what signs do I need to look out for if it is something wrong?

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Answered By Dr. Andrea

Veterinarian

Published on July 18th, 2018

You can use a small pet toothbrush or finger brush. It's really important to only use pet toothpaste and not human toothpaste, as that is toxic. You can also use some tartar control treats as well. But if that material doesn't come off, you need to see a vet. There are infections that can cause this too.

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