
At the 2026 NY Vet Show, Kristin I. Scott, DVM, DAVDC, outlined the evidence behind toothbrushing and dental chews and how technicians can help clients stick with daily care.
According to this data, they do.
According to this data, they do. Last year, dental conditions ranked as the 10th most common claim for Veterinary Pet Insurance (VPI). Pet owners submitted 17,000 claims for treatment of pets' periodontal disease. It seems pets may have been more comfortable and their owners may have saved more money with prevention over treatment. Check out the difference between claims for tooth-related conditions versus pet teeth cleanings.