Equine Dental Floats at Ord Animal Clinic
Equine Dental Floats at Ord Animal Clinic
Maintain Your Horse’s Oral Health with Dental Floats
Horses grind their food as they eat it, and their teeth never stop growing. If their teeth wear unevenly while they eat, they can create sharp edges and uneven surfaces in their mouth. These sharp edges result in general oral discomfort, leading to severe issues if not treated properly.
At Ord Animal Clinic, we understand the importance of proper dental care for your horses. Our experienced veterinarians are skilled in providing equine dental floats, a procedure designed to maintain and improve your horse’s oral health and comfort.
Signs That Indicate the Need for Dental Floats in Horses
Horse owners and caretakers need to be aware of the signs that indicate a horse may require dental floats. Ignoring dental issues can lead to discomfort, pain, and potentially severe complications. Here are some common signs that your horse may need dental floats:
- Difficulty chewing or dropping feed
- Weight loss or poor body condition
- Bad breath
- Drooling or excessive salivation
- Head tilting or tossing
- Nasal discharge or swelling
- Behavioral changes or resistance to the bit
- Difficulty chewing or dropping feed
- Weight loss or poor body condition
- Bad breath
- Drooling or excessive salivation
- Head tilting or tossing
- Nasal discharge or swelling
- Behavioral changes or resistance to the bit
What Does the Floating Process Look Like?
Our veterinarian will examine your horse’s teeth to determine if a float is necessary before floating their teeth. If the teeth need floating, they will sedate the horse to keep them comfortable.
The vet will then file down the sharp and uneven surfaces of your horse’s teeth with a specialized hand or power file known as a float. During the float, one of our doctors may extract unhealthy teeth or fix other common dental issues.
Professional and Compassionate Equine Dental Care
The team at Ord Animal Clinic dedicates themselves to providing exceptional dental care for your horses. We use the latest tools and techniques to perform dental floats, ensuring your horse’s comfort and safety. Our veterinarians will also guide you on maintaining your horse’s oral health, including recommendations for routine checkups and any necessary follow-up care.
Call us at (308) 728-5221 to schedule your horse’s dental exam today!
