My cat's jaw is spasming. Is it due to dental pain or bad teeth?

Question

My cat has just been to the vet with third eyelids showing on both eyes, red bumhole, sneezing. They're not sure so have booked her in for further investigation. We've got home and her jaw has started spasming. Vet said her teeth were in bad condition, now we're home we thought maybe her teeth are hurting and it's causing the spasm? It's very disturbing for us, her owners, she is clearly not happy. Making sounds that she has never made before

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This is indeed likely due to mouth discomfort. I highly recommend that you have her evaluated when your veterinarian has decided to proceed with further investigation. If mouth pain due to a dental condition is diagnosed, they can then proceed with therapy based on what they find wrong. I hope they can help her. Mouth pain can be quite distressing. I wish her the best!

My cat's jaw is spasming. Is it due to dental pain or bad teeth?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

Why is my mouse's eye swollen, cloudy, and has pus?

Can I use human contact lens solution as eye drops for my mouse?

My pet is breathing hard, not eating, and lethargic. What's wrong?

My pet has red spots all over. What's causing them and what to do?

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

Why does my pet have a crusty nose and sneeze often? Is it serious?

Share