What is the recommended postoperative dental hygiene plan after tooth extraction in dogs or cats?

• A. Soft diet initially; analgesia as prescribed; gradual reintroduction of tooth brushing; adoption of routine dental cleanings and monitoring; adjust as advised by clinician.
• B. Immediately resume normal diet; no brushing; avoid dental visits for 6 months.
• C. Soft diet initially; analgesia as prescribed; gradual reintroduction of tooth brushing; adoption of routine dental cleanings and monitoring; adjust as advised by clinician.
• D. Stop all dental care; just monitor.

Answer: (C)