My dog’s canine tooth is discolored (pink/purple). He eats fine, still chews on toys, and doesn’t act like he is in pain. What would’ve caused this and will it resolve on its own without a trip to the vet?

Updated On August 20th, 2020

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | neutered | 2 years and 3 months old | 70 lbs

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

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Thank you for submitting your question regarding Frankenstein. The majority of the time when a tooth becomes discolored, it is has sustained some sort of trauma. This can be from chewing on a hard toy, rock, bone or even a crate. The discoloration typically means that the tooth is dying. It likely will not resolve on its own. I recommend that he sees his veterinarian. He will likely need to go under anesthesia to have dental x-rays taken to assess the tooth. This can guide treatment options. It is good that he is still eating and drinking normally. He could still be experiencing some pain from the tooth though. I hope this information helps!

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