cat tooth problem!?

Question

my cat spottedleaf lost a tooth should i leave it and wait till the new tooth comes in or should i just go to the vet??

Answer 1

Is this a kitten we're talking about or an adult cat?

In the absence of an answer to that question, yes, if it is a kitten losing deciduous teeth is normal and no you do not need to take your cat to the vet.

If your cat is an adult, the LEAST of your worries is jagged edge of a partially lost tooth. What you need to be concerned about is oral infection, decay, and disease that caused it to fall out in the first place. In this case, YES, please see your vet asap, and put aside a few bucks to have the rest of the teeth cleaned, evaluated, and removed properly if necessary.

Answer 2

Hello.

First, I love the name of your cat. Warriors fan, are you? :)

Secondly, is this a kitten who lost a baby tooth? If so, don't worry about it. The loose all their baby teeth just like a child.

If this is an older cat who has lost an adult tooth, then it won't grow back. But there has to be a reason for it falling out.

Injuries are an obvious reason. i.e. the tooth was cracked and fell out, or broke out.

Another reason is periodontal disease. Teeth become infected and gums inflammed. Teeth often abscess and can fall out as well.

The problem with adult teeth falling out is that oftentimes the entire root doesn't come out with it. This leads to further problems as bits of root (these teeth have large root systems) stay in the socket and can rot causing further infections and pain.

If this is an adult cat that has lost a tooth, I'd take it to the vet. If you still have the tooth, it'd be good to save it and take it with you as well, in a little baggie. That way the vet can see if the entire root/roots have come out with it.

Also, the vet will be able to check the rest of the teeth to see if they have issues, and address the reason/reasons why this tooth fell out in the first place.

I hope this has helped some. Again, I love the name of your cat! Perhaps Firestar may be encountered some day too. :)

Answer 3

Bad breath is a distinct sign of trouble, whether it be teeth, gums, infection or acid imbalances. Any of these issues must be treated as soon as possible. Ignoring treatment can cause severe pain (which cats are expert at hiding), permanent kidney damage in addition to affecting the appetite. Have your vet examine the cat and also do a blood test while she is there. If the teeth have tarter, then can do a scaling. Some cats need this done annually. If the teeth begin to decay as a result of unremoved tarter, they will have to be extracted. It was previously thought that dry food was better for the teeth, but more recent studies seem to indicate that this is not accurate. What is important for general good health is a 'quality food' - not the cheap commercial junk sold in the supermarkets. Cats require high protein. Grains, by-products, fillers, additives, preservatives and such are very detrimental on a cats health in the long run. When their system balances have been upset by chronic poor nutrition, many times you will begin to see complications such as poor coat, loss of appetite, bad breath, etc.

Answer 4

Losing a tooth can happen... usually its only an issue if the tooth is still partially in the mouth but broken- because the sharp edges can cut a pets mouth. The vet wont be able to grow your cat a new tooth, but they can at least take a look and make sure the hole left in the mouth doesnt get infected.

Answer 5

Kittens loose their baby teeth, but an adult cat over a year old won't be having another set of teeth coming in if they loose a tooth.

If the tooth was broken out, the vet would need to see that all the root came out so there's no infection. If it snapped off, they'll have to go get the extra pieces.

Answer 6

If your cat is a kitten, she will grow a new one and she has just lost her baby tooth.

If your cat is an adult, she has lost one of her adult teeth and this will not grow back. It would be a good idea to take her to the vet to ensure the entire tooth has come out rather than part of it to ensure she does not wind up with an infection in her gums.

Answer 7

Kittens lose baby teeth just like we do, but if you're concerned, call the vet and talk to them before you waste the money. If it's an older cat, then by all means, call right away.