Hello everyone - this is my first post!

I have two healthy rescue cats both now almost 4 years old. When they had their annual checkup at the vet round Christmas time she commented that their teeth and gums were not in good condition. Apparently this may have been because they were not cared for properly when they were kittens (before they moved in with me of course).

The vet suggested that some time this year we should arrange for their teeth to be properly cleaned. I am a bit reluctant to do this as it involves a general anaesthetic. I wonder if anyone has had this done for their cats and has any comments or suggestions as to whether it is a good thing?