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Post by b0at on Feb 10, 2013 18:03:35 GMT -5
To extract or not to extract? About 18 months ago, one of our girl's front teeth became discoloured. The vet said not to worry, maybe it had suffered an impact but as long as it wasn't causing her pain, it would probably die but not need to be extracted. Since then, the other front tooth has also become discoloured but we have left it as she has not appeared to be in discomfort. One night, I noticed a piece of bone wedged in the gum around one of her front teeth. (She is on a raw diet.) Eventually managed to pull it out and since then the tooth has appeared loose. I was hoping the gum would, well, tighten up but now both the front teeth seem loose  I am really concerned that the problem might spread. She was at the vet for vaccinations a month ago, when they recommended a general clean. Should they extract at the same time? Having a clean can only help can't it - if there is another issue, a clean couldn't possibly exacerbate it... could it?! I am so disappointed that I haven't managed to keep her out of the vets with the teeth brushing, RMBs and supplements  Neem is next on my list for one to try... Please let me know what you think... |
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Post by gazer on Feb 11, 2013 3:32:10 GMT -5
One of my lurchers went in for a loose tooth recently, he came home minus 9 teeth Sounds awful but this included 5 at the bottom front which were fractured and one which had been broken off totally. The broken off tooth had always been like that, the fractures I did not know about but apparently they had become loose, vet took any loose teeth out as they can encourage gum desease if left in. The only manky tooth to be removed was a large one at the back which I had not seen as Solo is not overly keen in having his pegs looked at. If the vet suggests it, I would go ahead and have the loose ones out, this will help her in the long run and she will have a good dental at the same time, nice fresh breath too. The discolouration is usually from the tooth having had a knock, in your girls case it has obviously loosened it too. |
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Post by barbaranixon on Feb 11, 2013 9:14:16 GMT -5
Joly cavalier, 10 next month, has no teeth between front canines, top and bottom and Teddy cavalier, 9, has none between his top canines and one missing on the bottom. all teeth that fell out looked healthy and the gums pink , with no sign of infection. The only way that they are affected is that Joly does a goofy tongue out between teeth when tired or asleep.
My vet said that the loss was because the front teeth are not well rooted, like the ones behind the canines, but I don't know whether this just applies to cavaliers.
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Post by b0at on Feb 11, 2013 19:03:58 GMT -5
9 teeth out Totally sympathise - this is the same number our girl had out shortly after she came to us. Wishing Solo a speedy recovery from the shock of losing all those teeth! Barbara, I was wondering whether the teeth might fall out naturally as apart from the gums being receded, they do not appear infected. Sure, she has bad breath but not so bad... Bought some neem bark powder yesterday in the hope it might be my miracle answer. Am I asking too much? |
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Post by gazer on Feb 12, 2013 3:21:25 GMT -5
9 teeth out Totally sympathise - this is the same number our girl had out shortly after she came to us. Wishing Solo a speedy recovery from the shock of losing all those teeth! Barbara, I was wondering whether the teeth might fall out naturally as apart from the gums being receded, they do not appear infected. Sure, she has bad breath but not so bad... Bought some neem bark powder yesterday in the hope it might be my miracle answer. Am I asking too much? I use Neem powder on all my dogs meals, I think it has helped, but is not a miracle cure, I believe it stops plaque developing as quickly and certainly doesn't do any harm. You could try brushing the teeth by dipping the brush in the neem first. Solo recovered very quickly and was eating normal kibble in a few days, they really bounce back quite well after having teeth extracted, much quicker than we probably would  Speak to your vet about your concerns and be guided by him. |
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Post by b0at on Feb 12, 2013 17:30:26 GMT -5
If neem isn't going to magically give her pearly white teeth, we are heading to the vet tomorrow to arrange the dental and see what they think about extracting. We moved to France recently and haven't needed to rely on a vet opinion here yet. I guess a new vet is a contributing factor to my hesitancy but the time has come to get friendly with them!
Thanks guys x
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Post by deborahburt on Feb 16, 2013 6:54:52 GMT -5
Good luck at the vets.
I've used neem powder for about 3-4 months now.
Jimmy had really bad teeth with lots of plaque. The powder has helped soften the plaque which is then removed when he chews on a rawhide stick or has his knuckle bone. Obviously it hasn't helped where the teeth are bad under the plaque, but if you can stop the plaque,I'm assuming it'll stop the rot.
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