07/30/2025
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Preventative care that goes beyond the teeth
Equine Osteopathic Dentistry goes far beyond the teethโit considers the *entire* horse: structure, movement, physiology, and nervous system health and more. It's not just about creating a visually โperfectโ bite, but understanding *why* imbalances form in the first place.
While horses continually erupt teeth throughout their lives, **they only have a limited reserve**โonce it's gone, itโs gone. This makes every decision in the mouth critical.
Traditional equine dentistry often focuses on reducing sharp points or evening out the occlusionโbut it tends to overlook the horse's individual anatomy and the deeper causes of dysfunction. Without understanding whole-body mobility and physiology, the root of the problem is often missed.
**Osteopathic Dentistry is different.** It starts with asking "why" before deciding "how."
We assess the *entire* body before even entering the mouthโbecause itโs all connected. Imbalances in the mouth often originate elsewhere: spinal restrictions, fascial pulls, nerve compression, organ congestion or circulatory limitations. These can present as:
* Reluctance to the bit
* Headshaking
* Ear or poll sensitivity
* Unexplained behavior changes
* Weight loss or digestive irregularities
* Chronic areas of tightness or tension
Our goal isnโt just to โbalance the mouthโโitโs to understand what *caused* the imbalance and support the horseโs whole-body wellness.
**Whether you're looking for routine maintenance or dealing with an intricate concern, consider the benefits of Equine Osteopathic Dentistry.** Itโs a proactive, thoughtful approach to long-term equine health.
If you're curious about Equine Osteopathy or Equine Osteopathic Dentistry, weโre happy to answer questions. Message us, call, or connect on Facebook.