Maltese Dog (Detailed Introduction)

       The period when dogs change their teeth is crucial. To ensure they have healthy teeth, we need to pay more attention to their diet and other aspects. However, some dogs may develop double row teeth. What is double row teeth, and what to do if a dog has double row teeth? The cause of double row teeth may be calcium deficiency. During tooth replacement, due to lack of calcium, their tooth development is slower, baby teeth do not fall out, permanent teeth grow slowly, the enamel layer is thin and structure is not firm, so the permanent teeth fail to push out the baby teeth, which easily leads to dogs developing double row teeth.

       Double row teeth can cause permanent teeth malformation and malocclusion in pets. The mouth is more prone to accumulating dirt. Food residues easily remain between the two parallel teeth, leading to tartar and bad breath over time. Moreover, bacteria can easily breed in the mouth, causing periodontitis. Severe cases may result in digestive discomfort and eating difficulties, thus affecting the dog's lifespan.

       If a dog has already developed double row teeth and is over one year old, the most thorough solution is to take the dog to the hospital to have the baby teeth extracted. However, it is not recommended to extract baby teeth in puppies under one year old, as pulling a tooth may loosen the gum and harm other teeth.

       Therefore, if a dog has double row teeth, it is best to wait until it reaches a certain age before going to the hospital for tooth extraction; otherwise, it will greatly affect their daily life and oral health.