REGULAR dental care of your horse should be carried out at least once yearly by a qualified equine dental technician (EDT) or veterinary surgeon to ensure maximum oral comfort and maintain body condition, and so maximise performance.
Equine dentistry has expanded massively during my time as a vet. It is encouraging that a significant amount of research has now been published allowing us to improve our knowledge and techniques.
Obtaining a history about the horse is essential to interpret dental findings and formulate a treatment plan. Breed, age, body condition, whether the horse is in regular work, and if there are any issues with head carriage or contact are all important. Watching the horse eating may identify chewing difficulties
The horse must be clinically examined. The presence of a foul-smelling nasal discharge, lymph node enlargement or facial swelling could be an indication of dental disease.
