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07-08-2011, 11:51 AM | #1 |
YorkieTalk Newbie! Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Fresno, CA, USA
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| Remove baby teeth Hi Yorkie lovers. Back in December we adopted 3 year old Zoey and she has been a great little dog. Took her to Banfield for a "free" new owner checkup and they recommended they pull her baby teeth, under anesthesia. I have heard that they don't do well under anesthesia and am a little concerned. Is it really necessary to do this? She does have bad breath which they say is attributable to her still having her baby teeth. Any recommendations? |
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07-08-2011, 01:19 PM | #2 |
And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI
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| As long as a good anesthetic protocol is used, it is considered safe. There is always risk with anesthesia, but it's very minimal. At three years, those teeth need to good asap. Yorkies tend to have teeth issues and their mouths need a lot of attention. Homecare is important and dentals as needed.
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07-08-2011, 02:03 PM | #3 |
Senior Yorkie Talker Join Date: May 2009 Location: sacramento, ca, usa
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| I just had my 1.5 year old go under anesthesia to have a back molar baby tooth removed that was still in. It was causing his adult tooth to accumulate TONS of tarter and plaque build up, as well as it causing crowding and tender gums. His teeth are so much better now that we had the baby tooth pulled. I was hesitant too about putting him under but in the end i'm glad that we made the decision to do it. I would definitely have the baby teeth pulled and cleaned. Make sure that you find a vet that you are comfortable with and are familiar with toy breeds. Also, make sure they do pre-op blood work...this is will help the drs determine what is best for your baby when undergoing anesthesia. Last edited by gcoronado4; 07-08-2011 at 02:04 PM. |
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