Do this if your puppy damages a baby tooth

Sometimes accidents happen and your puppy damages one of its milk teeth. This can happen, for example, if your puppy gnaws on something very hard. So don't let your puppy bite on hard things, such as rocks!

Damage baby teeth

If a milk tooth breaks, you need to contact a vet immediately, as a damaged milk tooth should usually be extracted as soon as possible. If the tooth breaks off so that the pulp is visible, it can easily lead to a root infection (depending on whether it is the lower or upper jaw) or an abscess can form and there is a risk that the puppy's permanent teeth will be affected.

Having a damaged tooth can also mean pain for your puppy, so it is important that your puppy gets the help it needs. Common symptoms of pain from the mouth in both puppies and adult dogs are that they may have a decreased appetite and not want to eat as usual, as well as exhibiting abnormal chewing behaviour.

If you are unsure whether your puppy needs veterinary care or not, we recommend consulting a digital vet. As a Lassie insurance customer, you have unlimited calls to digital vet!