Using a Novel Absolute Ontogenetic Age Determination Technique to Calculate the Timing of Tooth Eruption in the Saber-Toothed Cat, Smilodon fatalis. PLoS ONE, 2015 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0129847 ...

Much like children, kittens undergo a dental transition. Typically, they have 26 baby teeth, which are expected to fall out as they grow. They make way for 30 permanent adult teeth.

So yes, cats do need their teeth brushed. Related: I'm a Vet With 40+ Years of Experience—Here's One Thing I Beg All My Dog Owners to Do to Help Their Dogs Live Longer ...

It’s pretty easy for me to tell you to brush your cat’s teeth. I’ve never had to do it, which may help explain why all my feline relationships have been relatively cordial. But it can be ...