Frequently Asked Questions

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We recommend to see our patients every 6-12 months for oral exams and equilibration. This allows us to properly evaluate their dentition, reduce sharp points and correct any malocclusions. 

All horses that we work on are required to be sedated. We work closely with your licensed veterinarian to be present at the appointment and administer sedation.

According to laws governed by the state and AVMA the following guidelines must be met 

The practice of dentistry may be delegated to veterinary personnel under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

Dentistry does not include teeth cleaning or preventive dental procedures that are limited to the utilization of cotton swabs, gauze, dental floss, dentifrice, or toothbrushes on an animal's teeth.

"Teeth floating" or "floating of teeth" by persons experienced in that practice and limited by this rule is deemed an act that may be delegated by a licensed veterinarian but must occur under direct supervision. Sedation must be provided by the licensed veterinarian as part of the procedure.  "Teeth floating" or "floating of teeth" by persons experienced in that procedure is limited to the use of instruments in order to reduce or eliminate sharp or uneven edges on teeth. Instruments may include:
 

1.  Non-powered, hand tools under indirect supervision (The use of an oral sedative prescribed by a licensed veterinarian to the owner is permitted); and
2.  Motorized, high speed tools (sedation required) under direct supervision.

We offer equlibration which includes an oral exam with incisor and cheek teeth equilibration. We also remove caps and wolf teeth under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian at an additional charge.