We examined the effect of catechin diet on gingivitis in cats. Gingival inflammation, oral malodor, and percentage of Porphyromonas were decreased after feeding of diet with catechin compounds. We suggest that feline gingivitis can be controlled by phytomedical activities of catechin in pet food. Twenty nine cats affected with gingivitis were fed either a catechin diet of 0.8 mg/g or 0.4 mg/g o...

halitosis generally refers to the unpleasant odor of breath irrespective of its origin. oral malodour  could  result in diverse problems in daily life such as social embarrassment and can adversely affect individuals’ social interactions. though many oral and non-oral sources  could give rise to halitosis,  it was mainly associated with oral cavity conditions and volatile sulfur compounds –prod...

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