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| Deep tongue laceration |
| Large Molar Ridge/Step --- |
| Before Bit Seat |
| After Bit Seat |
- - - wolf tooth
- - - cap or baby tooth
| Note the large hook on the incisor |
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| This horse was unable to hold his head straight (notice the line drawn over his eyes). The owner reported significant improvement in his performance after his dentistry |
| This is an example of the type of ulcers horses can get from eating 'bad' hay - which was contaminated with broom sage. Click to enlarge and see lesions. "Bud Lunsford" |
| Bit Seats This subtle adjustment makes the horse much more comfortable while bridled |
| Retained deciduous (baby) teeth. |
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| This is a classic cribber...note the changes in the upper incisors. Eventually they will be worn down to the gumline. Always check for this prior to purchasing a new horse. (click on pics to enlarge) |
| Deep oral ulcers due to sharp points. Also shows excessive ridges (ETR's) |
baby tooth --
| A retained baby (deciduous) tooth. This would cause pain and mis-alignment of the incisors if not extracted |
| Click on pics to enlarge |