Cat dentistry and teeth facts

Cats can develop painful cervical lesions. Studies show that 28 percent of cats develop at least one during their lifetime. Cats have 26 temporary teeth that erupt at about 2 to 4 weeks. There are 14 on the upper jaw and 12 on the lower jaw. Cats have 30 permanent teeth that emerge 3 to 4 months. There are 16 on the upper jaw and 14 on the lower jaw. Cats have 2 permanent teeth that have 3 roots and 10 teeth that have 2 roots. The first symptom of a fractured canine tooth may be sneezing. 70 percent of cats have gum disease by 3 years of age. Symptoms includes yellow or brown buildup of tarter along gum line, red inflamed gums, and persistent bad breath.

	Dog dentistry and teeth facts

Puppies have 28 temporary teeth that erupt at about 3 to 4 weeks. They have 42 permanent that emerge at about 4 months. Puppies should lose a temporary tooth before the permanent tooth emerges. If it does not contact your vet. By age 3, 80 percent of dogs exhibit signs of gum disease. Some signs are yellow or brown buildup of tarter along gum line, red inflamed gums, and persistent bad breath. Small dog breeds are more likely to develop periodontal diseases than larger breeds because their teeth are often too large for their mouths which makes their teeth closer together. Canine teeth of working dogs essential to carry prey and objects. If one becomes broken, a canine dentist can repair with a metal crown. Broken teeth are a common problem, especially with outdoor dogs because of aggressive chewing on hard objects.

Ferret dentistry and teeth facts

Ferrets have 30 temporary teeth that come in by three months. They have 34 permanent teeth that come in by nine months of age. Fractured teeth are a common problem. There are six basic types of ferret teeth. There are 6 small upper incisors, 6 lower incisors, 4 canines, 3 upper premolars, 3 lower premolars, 1 upper molar, and 2 lower molar. Periodontal disease is the most common disease among ferrets 6 years or older.