Equine Dentistry 

Equine dentistry is available both in our hospital and in the field. We utilize power float devices for efficient dental care. We offer routine floats as well as treatments for more extensive problems that may require extractions. Your horse's dental care is essential to his or her well being. Here at Countryside we recommend having equine teeth checked once every six months - these appointments can be conveniently rolled into spring and fall vaccination sessions. 
Floats begin with sedation and a thorough oral exam. The exam is the cornerstone of equine dentistry. By visually assessing the mouth it's possible to determine which treatments are necessary to keep your horse at its peak performance.

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How can you recognize dental problems?

• Dropping feed while eating 
• Difficulty chewing
• Excessive salivation
• Weight loss
• Tossing, head tilting, or fighting the bit
• Foul odor from the mouth or nostrils
• Nasal discharge
  
• Swelling of the face, jaw, or mouth tissues
• Blood coming from the mouth

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What are common dental problems?

• Equine odontoclastic tooth resorption and hypercementosis (EOTRH)
  
• Retained caps (baby teeth that have not fallen out naturally)
• Retained wolf teeth 
• Hooks on premolars and molars
• Infected teeth and/or gums
• Sharp points
• Periodontal disease (Gum disease)