Our dog lost an adult tooth... can anyone answer this question?

Kina, our dog, lost one of her front teeth. It is an adult tooth. Should something be done? Also, there is a whitish-green puss where the tooth used to be.

Our dog lost an adult tooth... can anyone answer this question?
Because of the pus (sign of infection), you probably want to have her checked out by the vet, and get her on some antibiotics. The infection will eventually spread, may abscess in other teeth, and cause her a lot of pain. She will not be able to eat.





Otherwise, she will be fine -- no more tooth there, but the rest will make up for it!
Reply:Take Kina to the vet.
Reply:sounds like it was infected take to vet
Reply:clean the wound with a solution of salt and water, it will sting for a bit but you might try some baby anbesol first to numb it, then clean it with salt and water on a cotton ball. It is not uncommon for dogs to lose teeth in chewing but usually it%26#039;s only older dogs. If you don%26#039;t do it already get a really good dental bone or chew and brush his teeth with a dog brush kit every week. The tooth will usually heal on its own if you clean it with a warm salt water mixture twice a day. If an absess develops or swelling in that area of the mouth take him to the vet, it may have to be drained and he may need antibiotics.
Reply:You know, I have to say, if you had just lost a tooth and there was any pus involved, you would be on the phone to the dentist right away. Dogs need dental care, too. Sounds like the dog had an abscess for a while if the tooth fell out, and as in humans, a tooth infection can enter the blood stream and cause a life-threatening infection if not taken care of. Your dog is in need of an emergency dental.
Reply:Infection. Take her to the vet.
Reply:Sounds like the tooth is infected so you need to take him to the vets. Oral care is important for dogs and cats the same as it is for humans and should be part of your dogs normal care.



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