underbite

[foca]

Hi my name is Foca and I m 4 months old. Sometimes i keep my mouth open and you can see one or all of my underjaw teeth. Is this normal because it' s not visible all the time ? Do you consider i should take a visit to the vet? Are there medical treatments for this affection ? In my country the veterinary medicine it's not that evolved... Thanks

 

[2bullymama]

What a cutie pie! He just has an underbite, not overly common in Frecnhies but it does happen. Nothing to worry about at all

 

[turbodave]

Nothing to worry about. Our Benjamin has quite the underbite!!!

 

[Squishy Walnuts]

Welcome! Foca is beautiful! I agree with the others, it's just an underbite. I think it looks adorable.

 

[eeturk]

It's an underbite, though in my world is a very mild one. We have quiiiiite the underbite in my house, lol.


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[blushy]

It's an underbite, though in my world is a very mild one. We have quiiiiite the underbite in my house, lol.


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[foca]

thank you for your phothos . i wonder if the underbite of foca will become more visibile in time ? what age did you noticed your dogs to develop underbite?

 

[eeturk]

Hudson's underbite started showing around 4 or 5 months. Here he is at 6 months:


I'd say it got a little worse, but we knew early on that it'd be prominent and it wasn't like Foca's.


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[davidh]

As others have said, it doesn't hurt anything, plus it could change. He is still a pup and their head is still developing, and will change some as he grows.

 

[CristianL]

It shouldn't be a problem as long as upper and lower teeth don't rub on each other, which could lead to early tooth loss. When he'll grow up some more it should get better. Must be careful and look in his mouth when he's teeth will start changing, for teeth growing the wrong way, retained canines-see photo(permanent canine erupts while the "baby" canine is still attached), and other teeth problems.
If an under bite is noted before the permanent teeth erupt, treatment may be helpful. Removal of primary teeth from the shorter jaw that interfere with forward growth, may allow the upper jaw to lengthen unimpeded. This procedure called interceptive orthodontics will correct about 50% of minor jaw length malocclusions, by the time permanent teeth erupt. Extraction does not stimulate jaw growth, it only removes a mechanical barrier of the growth process.
Teeth that are crowded or tilted at abnormal angles can result in early onset and increased severity of oral infection, may damage the soft tissues of the mouth, due to sharp teeth that penetrate the unprotected gum and mouth tissues. In addition, the lower canines can erode through the hard palate/roof of the mouth, causing food to enter the nasal cavity, excessive wear when abnormally aligned teeth grind against each other. Such abrasion frequently wears through enamel, causing a weakened tooth to fracture and expose the root canal system causing pain, and early teeth loss.

 

[blushy]

It shouldn't be a problem as long as upper and lower teeth don't rub on each other, which could lead to early tooth loss. When he'll grow up some more it should get better. Must be careful and look in his mouth when he's teeth will start changing, for teeth growing the wrong way, retained canines-see photo(permanent canine erupts while the "baby" canine is still attached), and other teeth problems.
If an under bite is noted before the permanent teeth erupt, treatment may be helpful. Removal of primary teeth from the shorter jaw that interfere with forward growth, may allow the upper jaw to lengthen unimpeded. This procedure called interceptive orthodontics will correct about 50% of minor jaw length malocclusions, by the time permanent teeth erupt. Extraction does not stimulate jaw growth, it only removes a mechanical barrier of the growth process.
Teeth that are crowded or tilted at abnormal angles can result in early onset and increased severity of oral infection, may damage the soft tissues of the mouth, due to sharp teeth that penetrate the unprotected gum and mouth tissues. In addition, the lower canines can erode through the hard palate/roof of the mouth, causing food to enter the nasal cavity, excessive wear when abnormally aligned teeth grind against each other. Such abrasion frequently wears through enamel, causing a weakened tooth to fracture and expose the root canal system causing pain, and early teeth loss.

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My pup was sick & he has the baby canine + adult canine.

Our vet will probably pull it while he's under for his neuter in a few months.

He doesn't have an underbite at all.

 

[Stinx]

Nothing to worry about, our girl has quite the underbite too - just remember to make sure your insurance has good dental cover in case of any problems in future!

 

[Squishy Walnuts]

Nothing to worry about, our girl has quite the underbite too - just remember to make sure your insurance has good dental cover in case of any problems in future!
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OMG! I love this pic!

 

[Stinx]

OMG! I love this pic!

haha, thanks. She's a gormless beauty :havemyheart: