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My cat lost a lower jaw canine tooth but seems fine. Should I worry?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Punjabi | Male | unneutered | 320 lbs

Today i noticed that Simba has lost his lower jaw canine Don't know how.But he's behaving quite normal and eating well . Do i need to worry

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on November 25th, 2019

If Simba is a kitten, it is normal to lose the baby teeth while the adult teeth grow in. If Simba is an adult cat and this was an adult tooth, it is best to have him examined by a vet to rule out health issues causing tooth loss.

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