Dental disease is an epidemic for our feline friends – so imagine if there was an easy way to help keep cat’s teeth clean!
Enter Dr. Emily Stein – a PhD. microbiologist from UC Berkley. Dr. Stein also completed her Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Stanford University School of Medicine in Immunology and Rheumatology.
So how did the world of feline oral health manage to snag such an intelligent investigator? One that took the time to really evaluate the root causes of this epidemic? And one that created a simple solution for dental health using the fundamentals of microbiology and molecular nutrition?
Dr. Stein shares this incredible (and often moving) story in this podcast… and gets into the mind-blowing solution that is changing the world of oral health. Worth mentioning, her revolutionary technologies are also currently being tested by the European Space Agency and NASA. It’s incredible that all this breakthrough science is simple – and here to help keep our cat’s teeth clean.
If you don’t have time to absorb the whole podcast, let’s look at 3 of the important factors Dr. Stein covers to help keep your cat from suffering the pain of dental disease.
Healthy Mouth – Healthy Cat
1. Prioritize a Moisture-Rich Diet: Feeding cats a diet that is moisture-rich and low in carbohydrates is essential. Avoid kibble, as it contributes to the growth of harmful bacteria that cause gum disease and cat acne. A diet focused on wet food or raw food helps support the oral microbiome and prevent dental issues.
2. Use Probiotic-Based Oral Health Products: TEEF uses the breakthrough Selective Microbial Metabolism Regulation Technology (SMMRT)® to build a healthy oral microbiome. It focuses on building up the good bacteria in the mouth rather than killing bacteria with antiseptics – a big contrast form most common oral health products. And you don’t even need to be a pro at brushing your cat’s teeth. TEEF is simply added to your cat’s water bowl or wet food.
3. Regular Vet Check-Ups for Dental Health: Let’s not forget that most cats will suffer from dental disease by the time they’re just 3 years old. Get a good baseline of your cat’s dental health and ensure your cat has regular veterinary check-ups that include dental assessments. Early detection of dental issues can prevent more severe problems.
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