Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Dog with swapped lower molar teeth rare case report
By Woody, Allison·Published in Journal of veterinary dentistry·2018·1 San Diego Animal Dentistry, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Transposition of Mandibular Molars in a Dog.
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
A 3-year-old mixed-breed dog was found to have a rare dental issue where two of its permanent teeth were in the wrong positions, a condition known as tooth transposition. This anomaly is uncommon in dogs, and the exact cause is not well understood. The dog was examined by a veterinarian, but specific treatments or outcomes were not detailed in the report. If your dog has unusual dental issues, it's important to consult your vet for a thorough examination and appropriate care.
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Abstract
Tooth transposition is a rare anomaly resulting in the interchanged position of 2 permanent teeth. Etiology of tooth transposition is unclear. In human dentistry, multiple influences are described, and there is strong evidence of a genetic basis. This is the first reported case of tooth transposition in a dog.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29486687/