Horses with dental problems may show obvious signs of pain or
irritation, or they may show no signs at all, which is why it is important
to have periodic dental examinations. It is abolutely necessary to have
a professional equine dental technician examine your horse's teeth at
least once per year. He or she will be able to identify every problem in
your horse's mouth and will be able to correct it.
Sometimes horses will have teeth so sharp they stab themselves with
every bite. It is important to have the sharp points filed down (floated),
because otherwise they will continuously grow and worsen. It is very
similar to how their feet grow and need to be trimmed. Horse's teeth are
often neglected because the owner can't actually SEE inside his mouth.
We tend to take better care of their feet because it's hard to ignore. If
the sharp edges of the molars aren't removed, horses can have great
difficulty eating. It is also important that your dental technician is
knowledgeable and thorough, by performing TOTAL MOUTH
EQUILIBRATION. If the mouth isn't properly balanced, your horse could
develop severe incisor and molar malocclusions. In addition to floating,
your dental technician will need to correct any waves, ramps or ridges
along the surfaces of the teeth and may need to perform K-9 reduction
or wolf-tooth extraction. Young horses, age 2-4 will need to be checked
for caps (baby teeth) that may have become lodged or broken and will
need to be removed. There is much more to proper dental care than just
filing off the sharp edges of the first few molar. In our opinion, every
horse should be balanced for performance and eating.
Always observe your equine dental technician while he or she works.
Don't be afraid to ask questions if there is anything you are curious
about. Most dental technicians are happy to educate their clients while
guiding them through the entire process.
It's important to catch dental problems early. Waiting too long may
increase the difficulty of remedying certain conditions, so start your
horse's dental care at age 2. Every dental exam provides the
opportunity to perform routine preventative maintenance. Horses age
2-5yrs should get a thorough dental exam at least twice per year. After
that, once per year is sufficient, unless your horse has unique problems
that require more frequent exams.
Proper dental care will allow your horse to maintain a more comfortable
mouth and to get the full nutritional benefit from everything he eats.
Knowledgeable equine dental technicians specialize in solving
performance, eating and training issues by using the most innovative
tools and techniques available, utilizing both hand & power instruments
to ensure the cleanest, safest, most comfortable experience for your
horse. The best method should be chosen for each individual horse,
treating each with respect, and working with the utmost care and
consideration around his or her mouth. Providing the best possible
experience to the animal means better tolerance for dental work in the
future.
Send us an email or give us a call if you have any questions. We are
willing to travel just about anywhere as long as minimum horse
requirements are met. Minimum requirements depend on distance. If
you don't have enough horses,check with your friends or acquaintances
who might wish to utilize our services. Otherwise, we might be able to
help you locate a good equine dental technician closer to your area.
Our Services
| Lucas Equine Dentistry |
We specialize in performance dentistry and total mouth equilibration, ensuring every horse gets the best care possible. Every horse is evaluated based on age, present condition of teeth, individual needs and your needs as the owner or rider. We work hard to ensure every horse has a pleasant and comfortable experience by using a combination of modern slimline power instruments and hand floats, not bulky air powered tools. PLEASE NOTE: Until new legislation is in place, we provide services to our Oklahoma clients under veterinary supervision only, however we offer a complete mobile service throughout the U.S. Minimum horse requirements must be met for long distance travel. Many states consider teeth floating a normal act of animal husbandry, therefore supervision is not required. We would like to abide by the laws in your state so please find out prior to making your appointment. Go to the following website for a list of teeth floating laws by state: |
| FEES RANGE FROM $95.00 to $200.00 |
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| (ABOVE) Check this out! This is a horse we bought for our kids. He was fat and well-mannered (and even rode good, amazingly)...but he had one tooth that was entirely too long. Imagine trying to eat with a tooth like that. This just goes to show you that just because your horse looks and rides good doesn't mean his teeth are. |
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Look for the following indicators of dental problems to know when to seek attention for your horse:
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| Bitseats - Floating - Cap Removal - Wolf Tooth Extraction Buffing - Burring - Aging - Check-Ups - Routine Maintenance Total Mouth Equilibration - Performance Balance ~ WE CAN REPAIR BAD FLOAT JOBS ~ |
Fees are determined based
on the amount of work
required.
After the initial visit, as long
as routine maintenance is
provided (as per our
recommendation) you will
be charged a flat fee of $95
for future visits. However, if
any unforeseen problems
develop that require
additional work the fee will
be a little higher.
Horses age 2-4 are normally
$95, including wolf tooth and
cap removal.
FEES ARE SUBJECT TO
INCREASE PERIODICALLY AND
WILL BE POSTED ON OUR SITE.
on the amount of work
required.
After the initial visit, as long
as routine maintenance is
provided (as per our
recommendation) you will
be charged a flat fee of $95
for future visits. However, if
any unforeseen problems
develop that require
additional work the fee will
be a little higher.
Horses age 2-4 are normally
$95, including wolf tooth and
cap removal.
FEES ARE SUBJECT TO
INCREASE PERIODICALLY AND
WILL BE POSTED ON OUR SITE.