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My 4-month-old puppy's back tooth was knocked out. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 8 months and 22 days old | 45 lbs

I I knock my 4 month old back tooth bye accident he seems okay

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Answered By Dr. Massimo Orioles, DVM, Cert AVP, MRCVS

Veterinarian

Published on September 23rd, 2018

That is a temporary tooth which was going to fall anyway. Nothing to be worried about, there may be just some bleeding which will easily stop. Hope this answer was helpful, but please do not hesitate to contact us again on the forum or by requesting a consultation if you have any more questions or to discuss it any further.

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