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My cat lost a tooth, is it an emergency or should I see the vet?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Female | spayed | 9 years and 3 months old | 8 lbs

Cat tooth fell off, should I take to the vet?

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Answered By Christie Long, DVM

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on June 6th, 2018

It's likely not an emergency, but as soon as you can, yes, you should take ChiQui in to see her vet. For one thing, you can't guarantee that there isn't some of the tooth left in the gum, and if so it will likely contribute to formation of an infection that will not heal. Secondly, if one tooth just fell out, there is likely a lot of other dental disease, so she needs a dental cleaning.

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    Answered By Ana M, DVM

    Veterinarian

    Published on October 9th, 2018

    Thank you for submitting your question regarding Gypsy. I recommend that she sees her veterinarian. The canine tooth is very large and it would take significant dental disease for it to fall out on its own. She will need to have the rest of her mouth evaluated and see if there is disease elsewhere in her mouth. You also want to ensure the tooth came out in its entirety and there is not a portion of root left behind. If root is still present, it can lead to an abscess in her mouth. I hope this information helps!

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