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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 4, 2014 16:13:47 GMT
Hello everyone!
Crowley lost his top tooth and the second one is about to fall out!
What do I do!
Any suggestions?? He seems to still eat but he can't break his carrots or tomatoes- he doesn't want his orange- agh I'm scared!
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Post by jolovespiggies on Aug 4, 2014 17:01:33 GMT
I am sorry to hear this love, how very worrying. I am far from an expert but I would take him to a vet. Is your vet gp savvy? Please do keep us updated. I will keep looking at this thread for updates.
Hugs
JO xx
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 4, 2014 17:23:43 GMT
First, get some Critical Care or grind uo some of his pellets, mix the grind with fruit or veggie juice, and spoon feed him to make sure he's getting enough nutrients. Get him to a vet to see if the roots are still in his jaw. If so, the teeth will grow back. Also get a blood test to determine if he's lacking any of the vitamins or nutrients needed for strong bones and teeth. Try another form of C, maybe orange juice, and skip the orange. Do you have any idea why he lost the teeth? Could he have hurt his mouth somehow? The vet will need to know, as vets tend too look for obvious answers. If there's no sigh of any trauma, the vet needs to look further. Good luck  |
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Post by SiLamb on Aug 4, 2014 17:51:13 GMT
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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 4, 2014 18:09:38 GMT
So he can eat hay- and I see the teeth were broken, and I'm sure it was because of this one time (last week) he jumped out of my hand and landed on his face!
The vet that can see him won't be able to until Thursday! So I guess I'll have to wait :/
Everything I've read/heard is that they will grow back- my only concern is the tooth that's still in there- it's now behind his bottom teeth and I don't know if I shouldn't just pull it out.
Will keep you guys updated- thanks for all the information and concern!
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 4, 2014 20:52:24 GMT
As long as the roots are still in the gums, the teeth will grow back. Pigs do bonk their faces and break their teeth. Don't let a vet pull the remaining teeth. The teeth should just be trimmed of any jagged parts, so they can grow back without causing any injuries. Unless he really bonked himself badly, badly enough to bleed, he may have a deficiency that made his teeth brittle enough to break. Just something to consider. Vitamins C and A are the ones for strong bones and teeth. While high doses are A have been related to internal organ failure in guinea pigs, it's not a conclusive finding. Some guinea pig researchers think they need more A than they usually get.
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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 4, 2014 23:32:39 GMT
Here's what it looks like- that top incisor is barely hanging on too..
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Post by SiLamb on Aug 5, 2014 0:21:08 GMT
Thanks for sharing
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Post by jolovespiggies on Aug 5, 2014 17:50:15 GMT
Oh sweetie, I bet Thursday can't come around soon enough. I am afraid I do not know what to advise with regards to the loose tooth but one of our dear friends on here will be able to advise.I will keep looking for updates.
Hugs
JO xx
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 5, 2014 18:54:40 GMT
Clipping teeth takes special clippers and knowing the technique. The best I can advise is to leave the tooth to fall out on its own, but keep a close eye on him so you can get the tooth out of his cage. Save the tooth to show the vet. I hope he has his roots and will grow new teeth. Don't panic as long as he's able to eat, and make sure he gets that pellet mash, if he can't eat all he should. Good luck!
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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 6, 2014 0:10:44 GMT
So I am blessed and I shadow a veterinarian who luckily was working today!
I let him see Crowley, whose loose tooth had fallen out last night!
He pulled the little bit that was left (it was dead) and he told me that Crowley would be fine and they should grow back!
He told me to watch Crowley poop/eat and make sure it looks normal!
Phew!
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Post by indiana on Aug 6, 2014 10:29:20 GMT
One of my old piggies broke both of his front teeth off once, I don't know how he did it and I never found the teeth I just noticed it as he was dribbling a little bit.
They grew back rather quickly and a veterinary nurse that I knew trimmed them a little bit so that they were both the same length and weren't sharp or jagged.
Hope this is the same for you!
Indiana x
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 6, 2014 12:47:18 GMT
Glad he's okay, and his teeth will grow back.
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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 6, 2014 13:52:56 GMT
Checked them this morning and they're already growing back! Wow!
Thank you Indiana for reminding me about teeth trimming- I'll look into it!
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Post by indiana on Aug 6, 2014 14:48:28 GMT
It's impressive how quick they grow!
Indiana x
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Post by jolovespiggies on Aug 7, 2014 16:58:49 GMT
This is great news love, I wish I had I teeth regrowing where my gaps are LOL!!
Hugs
JO xx
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 7, 2014 17:02:31 GMT
I had no idea how quickly they grew back!
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Post by SiLamb on Aug 8, 2014 1:01:08 GMT
Scarlett779, that's fantastic news!!! I'm so happy for you and Crowley!
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Post by scarlett779 on Aug 8, 2014 14:08:05 GMT
Howdy everyone!
Crowley is doing fine, still eating mushy food and not drinking from his water bottle...but I'm syringe feeding him water and he has a bountiful amount of watermelon for other sustenance!
If you guys have any more ideas for water intake, please let me know!
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Post by 3piggles on Aug 8, 2014 16:02:58 GMT
Cucumbers have a lot of water, too |
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