Dental Care
Precision dental care to support your horse’s comfort, nutrition, performance, and long-term health through every stage of life.
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Overview
Clinical Approach
Equine dentition is complex and continually evolving throughout a horse's life. From the eruption of permanent teeth in young horses to the management of age-related wear in senior animals, our dental program addresses every stage with clinical precision. We perform comprehensive oral examinations under sedation, ensuring a thorough assessment that cannot be achieved in the standing, un-sedated horse.
Cases and Conditions
01. Sharp enamel points and uneven wear patterns
02. Hooks, ramps, and wave mouth
03. Periodontal disease and tooth root infections
04. Wolf teeth and retained caps
05. Malocclusion affecting bit comfort
06. EOTRH (Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypercementosis)
07. Fractures and loose or missing teeth
08. Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
Why Routine Dental Care Matters
Proper dental care is foundational to your horse's comfort, nutrition, and overall wellbeing. Our veterinarians combine advanced power equipment with precision hand instruments to deliver thorough, evidence-based dental examinations and treatments.
Examination and Diagnosis
During the examination, your veterinarian will evaluate your horse’s mouth and determine whether treatment, such as floating, is necessary. Our digital radiography equipment can also be used on the farm to capture dental radiographs, helping us diagnose and treat more complex dental conditions.
Consistent dental care helps prevent discomfort, supports proper nutrition, and protects your horse’s long-term health and well-being.
Signs of a Possible Dental Problem
Problems in the mouth can appear in many different ways. Contact your veterinarian if you notice any of the following:
Changes in performance
Resentment of the bit
Head tossing or discomfort
Unusual odor from the mouth
Dropping food while eating
Drooling or difficulty chewing
Unexplained weight loss
Possible pain or lameness
Equine Floating
Proper dental care is foundational to your horse’s comfort, nutrition, and overall wellbeing. Our veterinarians combine advanced power equipment with precision hand instruments to deliver thorough, evidence-based dental examinations and treatments.
Unlike human teeth, a horse’s teeth continue to erupt throughout its life. Although chewing naturally wears them down, uneven wear can create sharp points and gradually reduce proper dental function.
Dental problems are common and may contribute to weight loss, head tossing, discomfort, and—in severe cases—serious health complications. We recommend that every horse receive a comprehensive dental examination from a veterinarian at least once a year.
Floating smooths sharp edges and corrects uneven wear. For the comfort and safety of the horse, the procedure is performed under sedation using a motorized power float.
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