My Kitten Teeth

[Selena800]

so my kitten is 7 months old and he’s gums are red im not sure it’s because of teething or gingivitis because he’s back teeth are not fully out

 

[HPeters]

As per Merck Vet (link at bottom) a cats permanent teeth should be erupted by 6-7 months. There does appear to be some calculus (aka plaque) on the upper carnassial (the big tooth) and gingivitis on several of the upper and lower teeth

Description and Physical Characteristics of Cats - Cat Owners - Merck Veterinary Manual

 

[Selena800]

As per Merck Vet (link at bottom) a cats permanent teeth should be erupted by 6-7 months. There does appear to be some calculus (aka plaque) on the upper carnassial (the big tooth) and gingivitis on several of the upper and lower teeth

Description and Physical Characteristics of Cats - Cat Owners - Merck Veterinary Manual

What should i do ??? I put dental
solution in their water and tropiclean oral gel for the brushing because I don’t brush their teeth

 

[verna davies]

If you are not able to brush his teeth you can put some enzymatic toothpaste on the end of a cotton bud and wipe it over his teeth. Its not as good as brushing but at least its something. Enzymatic toothpaste is supposed to soften plaque even if not brushed on. Keep checking his gums and if in doubt you can always send a photo to your vet and ask his advice.

 

[neely]

There does appear to be some tartar build up on his teeth but since he is only 7 months old I would check with your vet to determine if that is the cause or if it is due to the teeth erupting. Here is a helpful Article about some different choices of what to use regarding dental care:
What Tcs Members Use: Cat Dental Health Care

Since I have had two rescue cats with a history of FORL that required dental surgery I am always proactive when it comes to gingivitis. Best of luck with your kitten. Please keep us posted on his progress.

 

[Selena800]

There does appear to be some tartar build up on his teeth but since he is only 7 months old I would check with your vet to determine if that is the cause or if it is due to the teeth erupting. Here is a helpful Article about some different choices of what to use regarding dental care:
What Tcs Members Use: Cat Dental Health Care

Since I have had two rescue cats with a history of FORL that required dental surgery I am always proactive when it comes to gingivitis. Best of luck with your kitten. Please keep us posted on his progress.

What is forl??? I asked my vet he said because of teething and dry food is hard for him so but water in dry to make it soft

 

[Selena800]

There does appear to be some tartar build up on his teeth but since he is only 7 months old I would check with your vet to determine if that is the cause or if it is due to the teeth erupting. Here is a helpful Article about some different choices of what to use regarding dental care:
What Tcs Members Use: Cat Dental Health Care

Since I have had two rescue cats with a history of FORL that required dental surgery I am always proactive when it comes to gingivitis. Best of luck with your kitten. Please keep us posted on his progress.

check with your vet to determine if that is the cause or if it is due to the teeth erupting. Can u explain this pls