My dog's baby teeth won't fall out. When should I see a vet?

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Hello! My maltioo is approximately 9 months and most of her adult teeth are about in. I noticed though her bottom and top incisor teeth still have the baby teeth right next to them and I have noticed some food gets stuck in between. Is there something I can help besides brushing teeth? As I already do regularly. Or should I contact the vet? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Female | unspayed | 8 months and 17 days old | 7 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

It is not uncommon for smaller breeds to have retained deciduous (baby) teeth. Have Peanut examined by your veterinarian. If the teeth are not loose, they will need to be manually extracted. This can be done when she is under anesthesia for her spay. Left in, the baby teeth can cause adult teeth to become misaligned causing bite issues. As you're seeing, the space between can collect food which will promote bacterial growth, infection and bad breath.

My dog's baby teeth won't fall out. When should I see a vet?

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