My puppy's broken tooth has an exposed root. Is surgery required?

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My puppy of almost 12 weeks has a broken canine. Only the very end is broken, but I believe the root canal got exposed since I can see a black dot at the end of the tooth, which looks like dead root canal. My vet (which I only know since this first appointment), said that the tooth should be removed. I am a bit worried about general anesthesia for the puppy as am unsure how important it is to go with the procedure, they said most other vets wouldn't do it. Can I get another opinion, please? Pet's info: Dog | Japanese Akita Inu | Female | unspayed | 2 months and 20 days old | 21 lbs

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

If the root is exposed, then yes the tooth has to be removed. Okanee is a good weight (21 pounds) and 12 weeks isn't too young for needed surgery. I'd recommend getting it done, an exposed root will be painful to her.

My puppy's broken tooth has an exposed root. Is surgery required?

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