My cat's back teeth are yellow. Is it tartar? Can brushing help?

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I was brushing my cats teeth and see the back teeth yellowish is that tartar build up? Would brushing with virbac toothpaste take care of it? Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 14 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

Yes, this is indeed tartar. Unfortunately, brushing will not remove that. This tartar would have to removed under anesthesia. Looking at the other teeth you are doing a great job brushing, but the tartar on the molars (as in your cat) cannot always be avoided as it is in the region of salivary glands, which in some cats increases tartar build up.

My cat's back teeth are yellow. Is it tartar? Can brushing help?

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