The ultrasonic toothbrush does not remove tartar in dogs – but may help prevent it from forming
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07/09/2026
Ultrasonic toothbrushes are marketed as a way to remove tartar without anesthesia – but until now, there has been a lack of scientific evidence as to whether the method actually works. This is investigated in a new study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU).
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Link to the scientific publication
Enlund, K.B., Andersson, G., Dolfei, L. et al. A pilot study on the novel use of an ultrasonic toothbrush in dogs: limited effect on dental calculus following a single treatment. Acta Vet Scand 68, 15 (2026).