Anodontie · Congenital anodontia · Zahnlosigkeit · Complete tooth agenesis · Ectodermal dysplasia dental agenesis
Anodontia is a rare developmental disorder of the dental tissue that results in the complete failure of any teeth to form in the mouth. Because the dog is born without the genetic instructions to grow teeth, neither baby teeth nor adult teeth will ever develop. A dental X-ray is the gold standard diagnostic tool used to confirm true anodontia and ensure the teeth are not simply trapped under the gums.
This condition becomes obvious during early puppyhood when no teeth erupt in the mouth. Owners will notice the puppy has difficulty grasping or chewing hard food, and the tongue will often hang out of the side of the mouth.
There is no cure to make the teeth grow, but dogs can live a comfortable life with a lifelong transition to wet or specialized soft food. Veterinary care involves initial diagnostic X-rays and routine check-ups of the jawbone, with typical costs ranging from 300 to 1500 EUR.
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Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.