Symptom
Retained temporary teeth in a puppy or kitten
Retained deciduous (temporary) teeth cause crowding, a poor bite, and early tartar build-up.
Most common possible causes
- —Delayed tooth replacement
- —Breed predisposition
When it's urgent
- ✓A double row of teeth
- ✓Soft-tissue trauma
- ✓A poor bite
What not to do at home
- —Don't pull out temporary teeth yourself
What diagnostics may be needed
- ✓Bite examination
- ✓Radiography if needed
Sometimes the root of a retained temporary tooth is held in place in a way that isn't obvious. The exact cause can only be established after an examination and any necessary diagnostics.
How treatment may proceed
- ✓Extraction of retained temporary teeth
- ✓Monitoring the bite
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Related clinical case
Retained teeth in a 5-year-old Chihuahua
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