Companion Animals

Companion Cat Dental 2026 Advanced

Advanced dental care strategies for cats in 2026, including updated evidence on products and procedures.

Key Facts

VOHC approval process for cat dental products has expanded the evidence-based product range
Periodontal disease grading systems enable standardized assessment and monitoring
Dental radiography is now considered essential for complete dental assessment under anaesthesia
Tooth resorption affects a majority of older cats and requires professional management
Home care compliance remains the primary barrier to reducing dental disease welfare burden

Welfare Considerations

Advanced feline dental care in 2026 is better supported by evidence and technology than ever before. Dental radiography reveals disease invisible to visual examination alone. The challenge remains translating this clinical capacity into improved welfare outcomes through better home care compliance and professional care access.

What You Can Do

Request dental radiography as standard for your cat's professional dental procedures
Invest in evidence-based home care products with VOHC approval
Advocate for dental care to be included in every annual feline wellness examination