Causes of dog tooth loss

The cause of canine tooth loss and tearing is usually trauma, such as dog fights or traffic accidents, etc., which will cause damage to the tooth support structure and shake the teeth. .

If the teeth are loose in adult dogs, it may be caused by dental disease.

It is natural for older dogs to have loose teeth, and their teeth will gradually fall out naturally as they age.

Clinical symptoms of tooth loss in dogs

1. The lost teeth in dogs are still in the alveoli, but are somewhat shaken and ectopic. Teeth appear longer or shorter than normal and can tilt outward toward the lip or inward toward the palate or tongue.

2. A dog’s torn tooth will completely move out of the alveolus. The most common tooth tears occur in dogs’ upper canines. When this occurs, the crown of the tooth (the smooth area above the gums) should be carefully touched and quickly placed in milk, and the dog should be taken to an animal hospital immediately. If the time is delayed, it will affect the success rate of tooth reimplantation.

3. Bad breath, red, swollen and inflamed gums that may even bleed. Loose and fallen teeth are covered with black material adhering to the roots of the teeth.

How to diagnose tooth loss in dogs

An examination of the dog's oral cavity can reveal tooth misalignment (tooth loss) or empty sockets (tooth tearing). X-rays can be used to diagnose all injuries and can confirm certain complicating factors, such as fractures or broken teeth.

Treatment methods for dog tooth loss

1. The correct treatment method is to implant the canine teeth in their original positions and use certain fixed devices in the oral cavity. The installation time is 4~6 weeks to ensure that the tooth's position is fixed during the healing period.

2. For most lost teeth and all torn teeth, when the reimplanted teeth have been fixed to the alveolar, removal of the fixation device requires root canal treatment.

Note: The above treatment requires the treatment of an animal dental specialist, and usually requires the assistance of a human dentist to complete. If timely emergency treatment is provided, the dog's condition after treatment is very good. It is important to note that when the dog is in the healing period, it is necessary to keep the dog's mouth clean and hygienic.

3. Losing teeth due to old age is a natural condition and there is no solution. Elderly dogs should be fed more liquid food, or food that is easy to chew, and small and frequent meals. Older dogs need food that is easy to digest and rich in nutrients. Special food for senior dogs can meet the nutritional needs of dogs. In addition, owners can take their elderly dogs out more often to bask in the sun.Yang and taking a walk can enhance the dog's physical fitness.

4. If the teeth become loose or even displaced or fall off due to trauma, treatment measures must be taken quickly. If a tooth is lost, you need to quickly soak the lost tooth in milk, and then quickly send it to the hospital for dental implantation. Do not delay for too long.