Similar to humans, dogs have two sets of teeth in their live cycle. The twenty eight baby teeth erupt through the gums between the 3rd and 6th weeks of age. Puppies do not have to crush much food, so they do not have molars. Puppy teeth begin to drop and be reinstated by lasting adult teeth at about four months of age.

Although there is some disparity in breeds, most adult dogs have forty two teeth, with the molars erupting at last, at about 6 or 7 months.
Similar to people, dogs can have tooth problems varying from retained baby teeth and malocclusion to tooth putrefaction. Since healthy mouths rely on healthy teeth, pet owners should occasionally check pet teeth, give chew bones and toys, use biscuit treats so that they exercise their jaws, and feed a kibbled diet.

The roots of baby teeth must be absorbed as adult teeth blow up, but if this incorporation is retarded, the baby tooth does not give passage to the new tooth. Retained baby teeth can source a bad bite i.e. a malocclusion that can lead to tooth decay or peutrification and other related problems. If a baby tooth does not fall out when the adult tooth grows in, it must be detached

Though occasionally tiresome, teething is a stage all cats and dogs must go through and, happily, it will pass quite soon. Relieving your pet’s pain at the same time as defending your belongings from the sharp little teeth will be your main concern.

Treatment of Teeth

There are various herbs in ayurveda that are very helpful in treating these teething related problems. Below are some of them.

Lavang – it is botanically known as Syzygium aromaticum. It is commonly known as clove, has been traditional remedy for toothache. Due to presence of pungent and bitter taste it helps in promoting circulation and is referred to as antibacterial agent. Due to the properties it promotes digestion right from the mouth and also works as mouth freshener and taste enhancer. It is supportive in encouraging salivary secretion that is useful in treating all kinds of bacterial attack. Its volatile oils have such an action that it helps in repressing pains. It is also helpful in treating any lesions and cuts in oral cavity and on tongue.

Neem – Neem is botanically known as Azadirachta indica. Neem has been glorified globally because of its varied range of actions and uses. Neem possesses the bitter and astringent taste that helps in restoring taste in mouth. Due to its anti bacterial properties it helps in restriction of bacterial growth. It also possesses the properties that support quick healing of wounds and cuts. It also checks the growth of mouth ulcers because to its cold potency.

Neem possesses wonderful properties which help in treating discoloration on teeth rendering them white, shiny, healthy and white in color. Due to its blood purifying property it is helpful in treating bad breath caused by systemic reasons. It also promotes blood circulation thereby helps averting tooth decay. Neem datum (a small branch) is commonly used for brushing in India.

Ashoka - In botanical terminology Ashoka is known as Saraca asoka. It is useful in restricting bacterial growth. It helps in enhancing circulation of blood thus is useful in treating tooth decay and decomposition. It also halts bleeding from gums and suppresses any kind of inflammation caused due to any disorder.

Babool – Babool is technically known as Acacia Arabica. Babool is widely used as dental remedy in India. Its indications include bad breath, bacterial invasion, bleeding gums, toothache, and discoloration of tooth. It acts on all the diseases mentioned above as it has astringent taste and cold potency. A good remedy of all kinds of tooth disorders that is time tested.