Thoughtful, Comprehensive Dentistry for Your Horse
Your horse relies on healthy teeth to chew efficiently, maintain weight, and perform comfortably. While many dental problems can be managed with routine care, others require advanced diagnostics, specialized
equipment, and focused training.
At Highpoint Equine Veterinary Dentistry, every appointment begins with a thorough evaluation of your horse's oral health. Our goal is to identify problems early, understand why they developed, and create an
individualized treatment plan focused on comfort, function, and long-term oral health.
A Complete Evaluation Starts with History
Before examining your horse, we take the time to understand the whole picture. We discuss your horse's history, diet, performance, eating habits, and any concerns you may have. A complete oral examination follows, including evaluation of the both the extraoral and oral bonystructures, soft tissues, and teeth. This comprehensive approach allows us to identify abnormalities thatmay affect comfort, chewing efficiency, or performance—not just address what is immediately visible.
Routine Care is the Foundation of Oral Health
Regular dental examinations are an important part of maintaining your horse's comfort and overall health.
Preventive care allows problems to be identified early, helps maintain normal chewing function, and
establishes a baseline for monitoring changes over time.
For many horses, routine care may include odontoplasty (floating) to address sharp enamel points and maintain appropriate tooth balance.
When A Closer Look Is Needed
Some areas of the mouth are difficult to fully evaluate with a mirror and light alone. A portable oral endoscope (oroscope) allows us to closely examine and document areas that may otherwise be difficult to assess, providing a more complete picture of your horse's oral health.
Portable digital dental radiography is available at every appointment when additional information is
needed. Radiographs allow evaluation of structures below the gumline, including tooth roots and surrounding bone, to help guide accurate diagnosis and treatment decisions.
Treatment Based on Your Horse's Needs
Not every dental problem requires the same solution. When abnormalities are identified, recommendations
are tailored to the individual horse and the specific disease process.
Our goal is not simply to treat a problem—we aim to understand why it developed and choose the most appropriate treatment.
Advanced Periodontal Care
Not every dental problem requires the same solution. When abnormalities are identified, recommendations are tailored to the individual horse and the specific disease process.
Our goal is not simply to treat a problem—we aim to understand why it developed and choose the most appropriate treatment.
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When a Tooth Cannot Be Saved
Some fractured or diseased teeth cannot be successfully maintained and require removal. When extraction is necessary, most procedures can be performed under standing sedation using specialized dental instrumentation and advanced oral extraction techniques.
Every effort is made to preserve healthy surrounding tissues and provide the least invasive treatment appropriate for your horse.
Advanced Dentistry, Brought to Your Farm
Comprehensive dental care requires the right equipment. Every appointment is equipped with portable dental instrumentation, digital radiography, and both standard and miniature horse stocks when appropriate.
By bringing advanced diagnostics and treatment capabilities directly to your farm, we are able to provide specialized dental care while keeping your horse in a familiar environment whenever possible.
Whether your horse needs routine preventive care or advanced dental treatment, Highpoint Equine
Veterinary Dentistry is committed to providing thoughtful, individualized care focused on comfort, function, and long-term oral health.