While dental chews provide beneficial oral health care, they cannot fully replace a teeth brushing regimen. Ideally, dog owners should brush their pup's teeth daily with dog-safe toothpaste per veterinary guidelines. The toothbrush reaches between teeth and below the gumlines more effectively at removing soft plaque deposits. Dental chews then help tackle calculus formation and hard tartar. Using dental chews and brushing together provides complete, gold standard mouth care. Even brushing a few times weekly paired with daily chews keeps your dog’s smile sparkling.