My dog has tartar and red gums. Does his tooth need to be pulled?

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My life TEO (dog) has a app at 5:20 I looked on the net for HOURS couldn't find what i need? TEOS front canine has some tartar on it & some redish on gum above it. i want to know TEOS tooth in that shape would it half to come out? Phoned 3 or 4 vet said make app i thought with many similar cases... they could give me an idea ? Of course i don't want it to come out! internet said prices vary need advice thank You pictures sorry dont no how? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Small (up to 22lb) | Male | neutered | 24 lbs

Lauren Kennedy, DVM · Accepted Answer

Tartar buildup on a dog’s teeth is very common. The best way to prevent it is by brushing their teeth daily, usually in the evenings after their last meal. In most cases, unless the pulp cavity (the inner, live part of the tooth) or the crown (the whitish part of the tooth you can see) is damaged there is no need to remove the tooth. With a good dental cleaning (that must be done under general anesthesia) the tartar can be removed and the tooth polished so that the tooth can remain with the dog. If you are going to have a dental performed on your dog ask the veterinarian about performing dental x-rays. This will help determine the viability of the tooth. Once the x-rays are performed the veterinarian can make a better decision on whether or not the tooth needs to be removed. If tartar on the tooth is the only issue, there is no discoloration, cracks or fractures, or anything abnormal about the tooth, your dog will likely be able to keep the tooth. Pricing of dental cleanings very from clinic to clinic. Once you have your initial consultation with your veterinarian they should be able to provide you with an estimate. In the States a typical dental cleaning, depending on the size of dog and the problems present, can be anywhere from $300-$1000. I hope this helps. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Please let us know if you have any further questions. Best of luck.

My dog has tartar and red gums. Does his tooth need to be pulled?

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