Mouth/Teeth

Question 1

What are the four main types of teeth in Dogs

Answer 1

• Incisors
• Canines
• Premolars
• Molars

Each type of tooth serves a specific function in the process of chewing and digestion.

Question 2

What is the primary function of incisors?

Answer 2

Cutting food

Incisors are the front teeth, and their sharp edges are designed for slicing.

Question 3

What is the role of canines in the human dentition?

Answer 3

Tearing food

Canines are pointed teeth located next to incisors, aiding in ripping and tearing food.

Question 4

What do premolars primarily do?

Answer 4

Crushing and grinding food

Premolars have a flat surface with ridges, perfect for breaking down food.

Question 5

What is the purpose of molars?

Answer 5

Grinding food

Molars are the largest teeth in the back of the mouth and are designed for grinding and chewing.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: The teeth responsible for cutting food are called _______.

Answer 6

[Incisors]

Question 7

True or False: Canines are used primarily for grinding food.

Answer 7

False

Canines are primarily used for tearing food, not grinding.

Question 8

What is the outermost layer of a tooth called?

Answer 8

Enamel

Enamel is the hard, protective outer layer of a tooth that provides strength and protection against decay.

Question 9

What term refers to the soft tissue that surrounds the teeth?

Answer 9

Gingiva

Gingiva is the gum tissue that protects the underlying bone and supports the teeth.

Question 10

What is the space between the gum and the tooth known as?

Answer 10

Sulcus

The sulcus is the natural space or groove between the tooth and the surrounding gum tissue.

Question 11

What is the main substance inside a tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels?

Answer 11

Pulp

The pulp is the innermost part of the tooth, containing connective tissue, nerves, and blood vessels.

Question 12

What is the layer of tissue beneath the enamel called?

Answer 12

Dentin

Dentin is the hard tissue that forms the bulk of the tooth and lies beneath the enamel.

Question 13

What type of ligament connects the tooth to the surrounding bone?

Answer 13

Periodontal Ligament

The periodontal ligament is a fibrous connective tissue that supports and anchors the tooth within its socket.

Question 14

What is the bony structure that supports the teeth called?

Answer 14

Alveolar Bone

Alveolar bone is the part of the jawbone that contains the sockets for the teeth.

Question 15

What is the layer of hard tissue covering the tooth root?

Answer 15

Cementum

Cementum is a calcified tissue that covers the root of a tooth and helps anchor it to the periodontal ligament.

Question 16

What anatomical structure allows for the passage of nerves and blood vessels within the tooth?

Answer 16

Lateral Canal

Lateral canals are small channels in the tooth that connect the pulp chamber to the periodontal ligament.

Question 17

What are early warning signs of problems in a dog’s dentition?

Answer 17

• Broken teeth
• Bad breath
• Blood in the saliva
• Excessive drooling
• A decreased appetite
• Swollen and/or bleeding gums
• A brownish-yellow tartar build up around the gums
• Sensitivity when handling the face

Question 18

At what age should a dog’s adult teeth be present?

Answer 18

By the age of 7 months

Question 19

True or False: Excessive drooling can be an early warning sign of dental problems in dogs.

Answer 19

True

Question 20

Fill in the blank: A brownish-yellow _______ build up around the gums can indicate dental issues in dogs.

Answer 20

tartar

Question 21

What symptom indicates possible retained baby teeth in dogs?

Answer 21

Presence of adult teeth not fully developed by 7 months

Question 22

What is the recommended age for a dog’s adult teeth to be present?

Answer 22

7 to 8 months old

Question 23

What can cause malocclusion in dogs?

Answer 23

Retention of baby teeth

Question 24

What is a scissor bite?

Answer 24

The top incisors closely overlap the lower and the canines sit tight together

Question 25

Define a level bite in dogs.

Answer 25

When the upper incisors sit directly on top of the lower incisors

Question 26

What is undershot bite in dogs?

Answer 26

When the lower jaw is longer than the upper jaw causing the lower teeth to protrude beyond the upper teeth

Question 27

What is overshot bite in dogs?

Answer 27

When the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw causing the upper teeth to protrude beyond the lower teeth

Question 28

What should be done if a puppy over 10 months old still has some deciduous teeth?

Answer 28

Referral for a veterinary check is recommended

Question 29

Fill in the blank: Tartar build up occurs around the _______.

Answer 29

gum line

Question 30

What is malocclusion?

Answer 30

A condition where a dog's teeth are crooked and do not fit comfortably when the mouth is closed ## Footnote Usually not a jaw fault but purely a tooth placement fault.

Question 31

What is an open mouth in dogs?

Answer 31

A condition where the teeth remain open even when the mouth is closed, caused by premolars not sitting correctly together ## Footnote This results in the tongue sticking out.

Question 32

Define wry mouth in dogs.

Answer 32

A condition where one side of the mouth is longer than the other, causing jaw misalignment ## Footnote This can result in difficulty closing the mouth and cause discomfort.

Question 33

What are bite faults?

Answer 33

Issues related to the alignment and contact of teeth when a dog bites ## Footnote Specific types of bite faults include over shot and under shot.

Question 34

Fill in the blank: A dog's malocclusion is primarily a _______ placement fault.

Answer 34

tooth

Question 35

True or False: Wry mouth can lead to eating difficulties in dogs.

Answer 35

True

Question 36

List two characteristics of open mouth in dogs.

Answer 36

* Teeth remain open when the mouth is closed * Tongue sticks out

Question 37

What is the primary function of molars?

Answer 37

Grinding food ## Footnote Molars are specifically designed for heavy-duty chewing.

Question 38

Where are molars located in the mouth?

Answer 38

At the very back of the mouth ## Footnote They are the last teeth in the dental arch.

Question 39

How many molars are there on each side of the top jaw?

Answer 39

Two molars ## Footnote This totals four molars in the top jaw.

Question 40

How many molars are there on each side of the bottom jaw?

Answer 40

Three molars ## Footnote This totals six molars in the bottom jaw.

Question 41

What type of surface do molars have?

Answer 41

Flat-surfaced ## Footnote This flat surface aids in grinding food effectively.

Question 42

True or False: Molars are primarily used for tearing food.

Answer 42

False ## Footnote Molars are mainly used for grinding, not tearing.