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Do all horses need their teeth floated? Need maintenance?

April 26, 2017floated horses maintenance teeth

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Do all horses need their teeth floated? Need maintenance?

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• Yes. Regardless of the horse’s diet and/or time in the pasture, wear will occur on the teeth causing eventual loss of chewing efficiency, and causing the horse to be susceptible to TMJ (temporomandibular joint) syndrome, weight loss, and other health risks. • Just like having your farrier and veterinarian visit, dental checkups by an equine dental technician must be an integral part of the horse’s wellness plan.

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• Yes. Regardless of the horse’s diet and/or time in the pasture, wear will occur on the teeth causing eventual loss of chewing efficiency, and causing the horse to be susceptible to TMJ (temporomandibular joint) syndrome, weight loss, and other health risks. • Just like having your farrier and veterinarian visit, dental checkups by an equine dental technician must be an integral part of the horse’s wellness plan.