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Caring for Veteran Horses Teeth

Dental disease in older horses is well documented. The chance of your horse developing disease within his or her mouth increases as they pass the age of 15 years old. One study found that gum disease is found in 80% of horses over the age of 20 years…

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Equine Dentistry

Horses, ponies and donkeys are herbivores that have evolved to graze for long periods and one of their key adaptations is a set of hardwearing and specialised teeth that enable them to process forage efficiently throughout their lives.

Horse Health Articles

Periodontal Disease: An Introduction

Periodontal disease is one of the most painful conditions that can occur in the horses mouth and is the number one cause of premature tooth loss in adult horses, potentially able to affect incisors, canine teeth, and cheek teeth.

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