Todayâs dentists and dental hygienists have a different understanding of the etiology and progression of periodontitis. Periodontal researchers are forever bursting the theory âbubble.â We now understand that susceptibility to periodontitis is complex and multifactorial.
There are a variety of foods which are universally accepted by eastern box turtles, which include earthworms, snails, slugs, grubs, beetles, caterpillars, grasses, fallen fruit, berries, mushrooms, flowers, bread, duck weed, and carrion.
Most will eat mealworms, wax worms and crickets. Some will eat pinky mice. The size of the mouse to be fed should be based on the size of the turtle. Box turtles can be fed fruits, vegetables, mice, insects and a commerical diet formulated for box turtles that can be found in pet stores. A balanced diet is key to your pet turtle's health and happiness.