Do cats really need the Vet anesthetized Dental Cleaning and Extractions?

Do cats really need the Vet anesthetized Dental Cleaning and Extractions?
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It has never occurred to me to get my cat’s teeth cleaned. I sure wouldn’t want to be the one to do it!
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