Do I have to brush my dog's teeth?

Brushing vs. dental bones and chews I have two playful pups and I know I need to take care of their teeth. I can't really imagine holding them down long enough to brush their teeth... especially several times a week. I am wondering if those dental bones will work just as good as brushing thier teeth?
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There's really no alternative to brushing your dog's teeth and you shouldn't have to hold him down. Chews are fine, but most don't get all the plaque and tartar off the teeth. If you introduce the tooth brushing process slowly to your dog, it should go just fine. Some dogs actually enjoy the process and the beef/chicken flavored tooth paste. Brushing their teeth regularly also cuts way down on the professional dental cleaning bills and is much healthier for your dog in the long term.
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