Can I cure my cat's gingivitis at home, or does it need a vet?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | neutered | 5 months and 7 days old
How can I cure gingivitis in my cats
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Published on January 5th, 2019
You can brush Roxzy's teeth with a cat specific toothpaste (do NOT use human toothpaste) and a cat toothbrush, but ultimately the only way to cure gingivitis is with a dental cleaning, scaling, and polishing at the vet. I'd make him an appointment to get that done. Best of luck.
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Published on January 7th, 2020
Yes, regular brushing can help with gingivitis. You may also want to check into using some Zymox Oratene products like the water additive and/or the veterinary oral gel. ( https://www.allivet.com/search.aspx?SearchTerm=oratene )
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hello..may i ask, what are the home remedies to treat a dog's gingivitis?thanks a lot
Unfortunately the only way to really treat this issue is with dental scaling and polish performed by your veterinarian. There are some products which may offer a little help including an oral hygeinr rinse by CET http://m.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=24579, or the CET toothpaste if your dog will tolerate this, but really we would need to evaluate the teeth and see if there are underlying causes for the gingivitis.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My vet said my 15 cat has gingivitis, what do I do? I would love a second opinion on what to do. Please help
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums around the teeth. In cats, it can be quite serious and cause significant pain. Sometimes a dental cleaning to remove the tartar from the teeth will cure the problem, but in some cats it becomes a recurring issue that needs more aggressive treatment. In the worse cases, we will remove all the teeth in an effort to make the cat more comfortable. If Tyson has never had a dental cleaning by a veterinarian before, it is probably about time. Pets aren't as prone to dental disease as humans since they don't eat much sugar, but if they can still produce tartar. Routine brushing of your cat's teeth can prevent some of the tartar buildup, but it will not be able to remove what is there. If you would like to confirm your vet's diagnosis of gingivitis, I recommend taking Tyson to a second vet for examination. Here is a good article: https://www.petcoach.co/article/6-things-every-dog-owner-should-know-about-dental-care
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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I'm in the process of adopting a Siamese mix cat and am corresponding with her foster, who said there's "some inflammation along her gumline" that we would need to take her in for regular dental cleanings for. This would get quite expensive for me. T
Yes, regular brushing can help with gingivitis. You may also want to check into using some Zymox Oratene products like the water additive and/or the veterinary oral gel. ( https://www.allivet.com/search.aspx?SearchTerm=oratene )
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Can I give my cat clavaseptin antibiotics to cure gingvitis?
Antibiotics are not very effective for gingivitis and will not cure it, so I don't reccomend giving them. Gingivitis is usually caused by a dirty mouth and requires a full dental cleaning to clear the problem. Cats can sometimes develop gingivitis for unknown reasons and these cases are extremely difficult to manage. I reccomend bringing Flora to a vet to have her examined. Often times, gingivitis indicates that there may be some severely diseased teeth that need to be pulled. In the meantime, you can try to brush the teeth daily - don't use toothpaste though. I hope that helps.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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I just came from the vet and the doctor said that she could have periodontal disease or gingivitis but they kept trying to sell me things, so what can I do they said it's a mucus looking build up but i think it's plaque. Is there anything that I can
Thank you for submitting your question regarding Jackie. If she has gingivitis or redness along her gum margins, she should go under anesthesia to have her teeth professional cleaned. Red gums indicate an infection in the mouth. This is actually more problematic than tartar accumulating on the teeth. Gingivitis leads to bad breath and a destruction of the attachment of the teeth. If left untreated, this can lead to chronic pain in the mouth and the eventual loss of teeth. As far as at home care, I like Maxiguard Gel as it is easier than brushing a cat's teeth. You want to look for products with the VOHC seal as these are approved for use by veterinary dentists. These products can really make a big difference for Jackie's oral health and her overall quality of life. I hope this information helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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My cat has signs of gingivitis. Will it hurt her if I start to brush her teeth? She had a teeth cleaning with the vet last year, but her gums are already a little red and slightly inflamed again. I hate the idea of putting her under anaesthesia unnec
Thank you for contacting Boop by Petco with your question about Cassie. I think it's a great idea for you to start brushing her teeth, and that can help with the gingivitis. Be sure to use a pet toothpaste, as human ones are toxic for cats. You can get a pet toothbrush and paste at a pet store. I'd brush her teeth three times a week. I hope this helps!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Whenever I've taken my cat to the vet, they mention that he has gingivitis. He does need a cleaning which I intend to do, but I'm still saving money for it since they need blood work on him. How well will brushing his teeth with cat toothpaste help h
Once your kitty had his dental cleaning , brushing his teeth with enzymatic tooth paste will prevent the build up of tartar and gingivitis. Brushing his teeth while he still has the excessive tartar will not remove it and also hurt the gums, as the gingivitis is painful. You can use water additives, but in my opinion they do not do much for the breath and his teeth. The bad breath is caused by bacteria in the tartar and below the gums. It will go away as soon as the teeth are cleaned.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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We noticed our cat has gingivitis but were wondering if there was anything wrong with her back tooth in this photo. She is a 4year old short hair who is still eating and playing but has been more vocal. We have an appointment next week but were hopi
That looks like pretty painful gingivitis. There also may be some lesions on the neck of the canine tooth (FORL). Your vet will inspect the whole mouth and may suggest a tooth cleaning under anesthesia where the teeth are also cleaned underneath the gingiva. Unfortunately the teeth can look very clean, but underneath the gingiva bacteria congregate and cause tooth decay, inflammation, and, in serious cases, heart and kidney disease, This is not an emergency, but should be addressed soon.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Hi, my 11 month old cat - Evie -has gingivitis - she had it at least since she was 4 months old - that's when I got her from rescue centre. She has just finished course of treatment and as she is nearing adulthood I would like recommendation as to wh
Gingivitis in cats is usually caused by an autoimmune reaction, in some cases it could also be related to a viral disease they get at a really young age. in both cases treatment is limited, sometimes a course of antibiotics and anti inflamatories solve the problem for a while, other times steroids are more successful short to mid term. if the condition persists and become severe, it's usually recommended to have part or all teeth removed surgically, this almost always solves the problem permanently but it is a very invasive procedure. Regarding food, if she is not painful and is crunching on the kibbles without problems, you can feed dry only or a combination of both. if she seems to be in pain when eating then you need to feed her only wet food.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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Mimi has gingivitis & most vets have said it's an infection. Her results came in & they don't show an infection. I'm attaching them here. I'm not sure what is going on & what treatment to start. Please help.
Gingivitis in cats is not always caused by an infection. Many times it can be an autoimmune reaction to tartar on the teeth. The inflammation get get so severe it starts to affect areas of the mouth and throat that are not touching the teeth, as well. This more severe type of inflammation is called stomatitis. In more simple gingivitis cases, which may be Mimi's case, often a thorough dental scaling and polishing to remove the tartar under anesthesia will be enough to provide comfort for several months up to years. This disease process can be harder to manage if there is internal medical disease like liver or kidney disease (which looks like has already been ruled out) or infection with FeLV or FIV viruses. Here is some more helpful information: http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=222 http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=170
Updated on September 24th, 2025
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