Lance canine · Lance tooth · Mesioverted maxillary canine · Spear tooth · Mesioversion of the canine · Lanzenzahn
This is a congenital dental condition affecting the mouth and teeth, where the upper canine teeth grow forward at an abnormal angle instead of pointing downward. Often referred to as 'lance teeth' (or 'Lanzenzahn'), this abnormal positioning causes the misplaced teeth to rub or press painfully against the lips, gums, or other teeth.
Owners typically notice this condition during the teething phase between 5 and 9 months of age as the permanent adult canine teeth erupt forward. Affected dogs may show signs of discomfort when closing their mouth, difficulty chewing, or increased drooling.
The condition is highly treatable through a one-time veterinary intervention, which may involve orthodontic correction or surgical extraction of the misaligned tooth. This procedure typically costs between 600 and 2500 EUR depending on the complexity of the dental work.
More conditions affecting the Mouth & teeth.
Estimated range of typical treatment cost. Actual cost depends on severity, clinic and region.