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A decrease in the number of '''molars''' leaves the cat with a shearing bite, rather than wider cusps for grinding. | A decrease in the number of '''molars''' leaves the cat with a shearing bite, rather than wider cusps for grinding. | ||
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Revision as of 22:00, 31 October 2014
Introduction
Cats are toothless at birth. Deciduous teeth are complete and functional within 2 months of birth. Permanent teeth are complete and functional by the end of the 6th month.
Formula for deciduous teeth: 2 (i3/3 c1/1 p3/2)
Formula for permanent teeth: 2 (I3/3 C1/1 P3/2 M1/1)
Premolars
In cats the maxillary 1st premolar and the mandibular 1st and 2nd premolars are normally missing.
Molars
A decrease in the number of molars leaves the cat with a shearing bite, rather than wider cusps for grinding.
Image from Aspinall, The Complete Textbook of Veterinary Nursing, Elsevier Health Sciences, All rights reserved
This article was expert reviewed by Lisa Milella BVSc DipEVDC MRCVS. Date reviewed: July 28, 2013 |
Endorsed by WALTHAM®, a leading authority in companion animal nutrition and wellbeing for over 50 years and the science institute for Mars Petcare. |
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