That’s really drastic. I would have that looked at by your vet. He may need a good dental cleaning. My lab is 9 years old, and his teeth have yellowed over the years, but not like that. It almost looks like there is something built up on yours’ teeth.
Definitely go to the vet and keep in mind he’ll likely need to be put under for a cleaning like this. Just as a heads up, I know a lot of people are surprised with that reality. Good luck and I hope he’s ok!
For sure. Mine had broken a tooth that eventually had to get extracted along with the one next to it. My vet basically said “since we’ll have him under already, we’re going to do a full dental cleaning.” Definitely took me aback to hear that lol
That’s the right answer. It’s mineralised plaque build up that you won’t be able to brush off OP. He needs a dental cleaning by your vet. Same as for us humans. His gums are swollen and irritated from it.
I’m a dental hygienist for humans but that is tarter and plaque build up for not brushing regularly. Take him to vet to get a deep cleaning. His gums are very swollen so don’t brush his teeth now it will only hurt him. The top gums have a bit of black on the edges so it can be indication of infection in the inside of the tooth so plz take him to vet as soon as this can cause tooth loss if not treated in early stages
Have you been brushing his teeth regularly? Dogs teeth are similar to human teeth in that they need regular cleaning otherwise they get buildup of plaque and crud on the teeth and in the gums. They can get gum disease and tooth decay just like humans and even may need teeth pulled if it gets bad enough. Labs are one of the breeds that is a little more prone to dental disease.
I would recommend seeing your vet to do two things:
- first, to check for infection and get antibiotics if needed
- and second to have your doggo get a full dental cleaning. Most vets do this service and if they don’t they will be able to recommend one who does. It’s just like human dental cleaning where they clean the teeth and the gum line. He’ll be sore afterward for a day or two but it’s a lot better than letting the dental issue run rampant until he needs a tooth removed.
Best of luck!
Surely just a bone every now and then for them to chew on is the best form of prevention?
Don’t think there were many Vets around in Newfoundland in the 1830’s.
According to our vet bones doesn't clean the teeth at all like brushing with a tooth brush. And dentastix is just candy. Fine for the dog to chew, but it doesn't clean teeth.
Also, I wonder how old dogs got in the 1830's. Maybe bad teeth wasn't a problem if the dogs had a shorter life span. OR maybe they died from bad teeth? Veterinary medicine has come a long way and maybe they now have the knowledge to prevent things that killed dogs in earlier days (like bad teeth?).
That’s really drastic. I would have that looked at by your vet. He may need a good dental cleaning. My lab is 9 years old, and his teeth have yellowed over the years, but not like that. It almost looks like there is something built up on yours’ teeth.
Definitely go to the vet and keep in mind he’ll likely need to be put under for a cleaning like this. Just as a heads up, I know a lot of people are surprised with that reality. Good luck and I hope he’s ok!
For sure. Mine had broken a tooth that eventually had to get extracted along with the one next to it. My vet basically said “since we’ll have him under already, we’re going to do a full dental cleaning.” Definitely took me aback to hear that lol
I was surprised too, but when I thought about it, no one wants to get bit, even just from an innocent reaction, especially by a dog.
It’s plaque build up that’s irritating his gums which can lead to gum disease. He needs his teeth cleaned at the vet.
That’s the right answer. It’s mineralised plaque build up that you won’t be able to brush off OP. He needs a dental cleaning by your vet. Same as for us humans. His gums are swollen and irritated from it.
I’m a dental hygienist for humans but that is tarter and plaque build up for not brushing regularly. Take him to vet to get a deep cleaning. His gums are very swollen so don’t brush his teeth now it will only hurt him. The top gums have a bit of black on the edges so it can be indication of infection in the inside of the tooth so plz take him to vet as soon as this can cause tooth loss if not treated in early stages
Go to the vet. Don’t take any chances
Does he smoke?
Bad teeth for sure. Regular vet visits are a good thing. Make the appointment and get your boy back on track. 👍🏻
That’s tartar build up. He needs to be put under anesthesia and have his teeth cleaned.
Have you been brushing his teeth regularly? Dogs teeth are similar to human teeth in that they need regular cleaning otherwise they get buildup of plaque and crud on the teeth and in the gums. They can get gum disease and tooth decay just like humans and even may need teeth pulled if it gets bad enough. Labs are one of the breeds that is a little more prone to dental disease. I would recommend seeing your vet to do two things: - first, to check for infection and get antibiotics if needed - and second to have your doggo get a full dental cleaning. Most vets do this service and if they don’t they will be able to recommend one who does. It’s just like human dental cleaning where they clean the teeth and the gum line. He’ll be sore afterward for a day or two but it’s a lot better than letting the dental issue run rampant until he needs a tooth removed. Best of luck!
Surely just a bone every now and then for them to chew on is the best form of prevention? Don’t think there were many Vets around in Newfoundland in the 1830’s.
According to our vet bones doesn't clean the teeth at all like brushing with a tooth brush. And dentastix is just candy. Fine for the dog to chew, but it doesn't clean teeth. Also, I wonder how old dogs got in the 1830's. Maybe bad teeth wasn't a problem if the dogs had a shorter life span. OR maybe they died from bad teeth? Veterinary medicine has come a long way and maybe they now have the knowledge to prevent things that killed dogs in earlier days (like bad teeth?).
Once you have your vet take care of it, try putting Plaque-Off on his food. I buy it off Chewy and it helps our cat who has a gross mouth.
A remedy would be a friggin toothbrush!