My dog's tooth is loose and gums are separating. Is it periodontal disease?

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I have an eight-year-old chiweenie and she has a loose tooth. I work for a dental office and it somewhat resembles periodontal disease and adult teeth. It looks like the tooth is separating from the gums and it's only the one tooth. My husband is not worried about it but I know how it affects humans and I am quite worried. Please tell me you have some advice for me. Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Female | spayed | 8 years and 2 months old | 13 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

Good on your for recognizing that loose tooth may affect dogs the same way as they do humans. You are absolutely correct it will affect them the same way, and I would have Mercee seen by a vet tomorrow. The tooth likely needs to be pulled, which the vet can do, and she will likely need a dental cleaning, scaling, and polishing. Like humans, dogs need dental care and cleanings, and they can and do get periodontal disease. Definitely have her seen by a vet for this issue. Great job for picking up on this!

My dog's tooth is loose and gums are separating. Is it periodontal disease?

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