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My puppy broke a tooth below the gum line. What should I do next?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 10 days old | 20 lbs

My ten week old german shepherd broke his top left canine tooth while he was in his crate. it broke just below the gum. He doesn't seem to be in pain. What should i do ?

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on February 12th, 2017

You need to take Jax into the vet first thing in the morning. Even though it doesn't seem like he is in pain, it will likely be painful to him. The tooth will probably have to be removed, which the vet can do for him.

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