misaligned incisors?

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- 08/24/2009 at 8:03 AM
  sgregory
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  So the other day I checked my flemish’s teeth for the first time. They are very healthy looking, top overlapping the bottom, evenly worn down, doesnt look like there are any problems. But, they are crooked. The top teeth are more to one side than the bottom. She’s never shown any issues with her teeth, chews a lot and eats fine, but does this mean she’s going to have dental problems in the future?
- 08/24/2009 at 8:25 AM
  Sarita
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  There is always that possibility. I would have a vet check her teeth as well.
- 08/24/2009 at 12:20 PM
  KatnipCrzy
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  It would be best to get a vet opinion on the teeth. Are you sure that you were not pushing the jaw to one side when opening the mouth maybe? I can see how that would happen if the bunny is not thrilled about having his/her teeth looked at- the bunny could shift his lower jaw to the side in protest or you could accidentally move the lower jaw in an effort to lift the lips up. Maybe try looking again when the bunny is calm or cuddly.
- 08/24/2009 at 5:46 PM
  sgregory
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  i was hoping that would be what was wrong, but i pushed on her jaw and let it go and they just sat normally a little off centered.
  i just didnt know if its a sure sign of teeth problems or not, because vpi insurance wont let me sign her up until ive had her for 2 months.
- 08/26/2009 at 5:04 AM
  RabbitPam
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  If she isn’t having any problems with her teeth or mouth, I think you can safely keep an eye on her eating for the next two months and then after the vpi kicks in, have the vet examine her. Since we’re talking about the future with possible problems, and not something wrong now (am I understanding that right?) you don’t have to worry just yet. Has she had her overall baseline exam by a vet? That wouldn’t be covered, but you can get her a general check up sooner, though I would schedule one for 2 months and a week just in case.
- 08/26/2009 at 5:30 AM
  Beka27
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  Teeth may or may not be covered under VPI, but I understand what Pam is suggesting, waiting to have any possible teeth issues “discovered” after she’s insured. The insurance will be important anyways, it won’t cover the spay, but if any complications would arise, those would be covered.
- 08/26/2009 at 9:40 AM
  Kokaneeandkahlua
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  You know-I always check my buns teeth and they are great-but they don’t seem to overlap perfectly either. They’ve all been scoped by the vet and are in good shape. Sooo obviously I dont’ know what I’m looking for hehe
  
  At any rate there aren’t any complications now-so like the others say it’s a good idea to have it checked. And if your waiting for pet insurance to kick in, maybe wait until it kicks in
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