Do I Need a Dental Exam For My Horse?
- February 12, 2020
- Posted by W. Leon Scrutchfield, DVM

—Gail, via e-mail
A.Dental examinations can vary from a superficial examination to identify major abnormalities only to a detailed examination that hopefully will reveal the smallest dental problem. The age and use of the horse will influence the type of examination performed.
Some practitioners’ exams consist of flushing the mouth to remove feed and hay, a visual examination, and possibly a manual examination. This type of examination might identify many problems, especially if the horse is amenable. However, it has the potential to miss problems, especially at the back of the
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W. Leon Scrutchfield, DVM
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