Difference between revisions of "Dental Formula - Cat"

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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.


The formula for deciduous teeth: 2 (i3/3 c1/1 p3/2)

The formula for permanent teeth: 2 (I3/3 C1/1 P3/2 M1/1)


Premolars

Cats are normally missing the maxillary 1st premolar and the mandibular 1st and 2nd premolars

Molars

A decrease in the number of molars leaves the cat with a shearing bite, rather than wider cusps for grinding.



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