Skip to main content

Welcome to vet library

Category: Dentistry

Home > ANIMALS > EQUINE > Dentistry

Dentistry

Equine dentistry is a specialized field focused on maintaining the oral health of horses and other equids. Since horses’ teeth continuously grow throughout their lives, regular dental care is essential to prevent discomfort, feeding difficulties, and behavioral issues. Key aspects include: – Routine dental exams: can help identifying sharp edges, misalignments, or infections; floating teeth: filing down sharp points to improve chewing and bit comfort; common dental issues: wolf teeth, hooks, ramps, and periodontal disease; impact on performance: dental problems can affect a horse’s ability to eat, train, and respond to the rider.

Equine dentistry is a specialized field focused on maintaining the oral health of horses and other equids. Since horses’ teeth continuously grow throughout their lives, regular dental care is essential to prevent discomfort, feeding difficulties, and behavioral issues. Key aspects include: – Routine dental exams: can help identifying sharp edges, misalignments, or infections; floating teeth: filing down sharp points to improve chewing and bit comfort; common dental issues: wolf teeth, hooks, ramps, and periodontal disease; impact on performance: dental problems can affect a horse’s ability to eat, train, and respond to the rider.