Equine Dentistry

Our vets have undertaken specialized training in equine dentistry, allowing us to offer the best care for your equine companions. We use the Power Float, an advanced tool for precise and efficient dental care, ensuring a comfortable experience for your horse.

Equine dental disease is painful and often goes undiagnosed by unskilled technicians. As we all know, toothaches can be extremely painful, and unfortunately, horses cannot tell us when they are in pain. That is why regular dental checkups are crucial for your horse’s well-being. PEAK VETS recommends booking a dental health exam every 12 months—or sooner if your horse is prone to dental issues.

We offer equine dentistry services both at our clinics and on property visits. For on-site visits, we provide portable horse crushes that can be easily transported to your property. These trailers fold out into a safe, secure horse crush in just 3 minutes and come complete with running water for added convenience.

Common dental issues include:

  • Sharp enamel points
  • Excessively worn or abnormally long teeth
  • Retained caps (baby teeth)
  • Fractured or missing teeth
  • Decaying or infected teeth/li>
  • Periodontal disease.
  • Regular dentals can assist with:

  • Preventing premature tooth loss
  • Improve feed utilisation and weight maintenance
  • Reduce the incidence of impaction and gas colic
  • Alleviate mouth and jaw pain
  • Prevent pain due to the use of a bit, making it easier for your horse to be trained
  • Extend the life expectancy of your horse
  • What to expect during a dental appointment:

  • The vet will complete a health check on your horse to ensure all vitals signs are within normal limits and your horse is fit for the procedure
  • Your horse will then receive an IV sedation and be led into the crush
  • The vet will then place a full mouth gag on your horse and begin the oral exam using a light source and mirror
  • The dental will be then be performed with a Powerfloat
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    Equine Dentistry