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kitten has a loose front tooth

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Question
My kitten has a loose front tooth.At the bottom one of the fangs. He is a very playful cat and likes to chew on everything. The tooth is laying down towards the front. It doesnt seem to bother him but i want to know if i should pull it out or let it come out on it's own. i would really like a answer. i don't want his to suffer.

Answer
Hi Greg!  Like people, cats and dogs lose their baby teeth so that they can grow their permanent teeth.  This took has no root or nerve, therefore no pain.  The tooth will eventually come out on it's own and will be replaced with an adult, permanent tooth.  
I hope this helps!
Hilary