Use small circular motions around the outside of the teeth, being sure to get the bristles under the gumline. It is not as important to brush the inside of the teeth, as dogs and cats do not have the buildup of tartar on the palatal or lingual sides of their teeth as people do. The most important area to keep clean is the sulcus under the free gingival margin. It is plaque and tartar underneath the gumline, that is removed by daily home care. Adding products such as Oxyfresh to the drinking water or rubbing the teeth with dentifrice impregnated pads may help in home care, but understand that periodontal disease begins in the gingival sulcus.
Home care is most effective when the dentifrice is brushed below the gumline.
Start with a healthy comfortable mouth. Untreated problems can cause pain, and a non-compliant patient. Dental pathology must be cared for first. Finger Toothbrushes Choose a proper toothbrush and toothpaste. Toothbrushes have bristles that reach under the gumline and clean the space that surrounds each tooth.