What happens if a dog’s baby teeth aren’t pulled?

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Normally baby teeth fall out on their own. If a baby tooth stays while the adult tooth grows, not pulling it creates a double row of teeth. That looks bad and traps debris, causing plaque, tartar, and gingivitis.

Long-term oral disease hurts not just the mouth but also the heart and kidneys. So during teething, if you see a double row, see a vet to decide on calcium and extraction.

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