Oral & Dental
Gum Disease in Horses (Periodontal Disease)
Equine Gum Disease (Periodontal Disease) Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease. Periodontal disease is one of the most
Tooth Decay
Seek veterinary advice if you suspect this disease.
Symptoms
- Sensitive mouth
- Foul odor
- Difficulty chewing
- Food particles falling out
- Excessive salivation
- Loose teeth
- Weight loss
- Swollen head
- Shaking head
- Tilting head
- Tossing head
Treatment
The treatment for equine tooth decay depends on the severity of the decay, but it typically involves removing the affected area and filling the cavity with a dental material. In some cases, extraction of the affected tooth may be necessary.
Prevention
Prevention of equine tooth decay can be accomplished by providing proper nutrition and dental care, as well as avoiding improper feeding practices and monitoring the horse’s behavior. Additionally, providing adequate fluoride in the diet or through topical application can help to strengthen the enamel and reduce the risk of decay.
How Happie can help you manage your horse's health
Digital health management offers numerous benefits in modern equine healthcare.
With the Happie Horse App, you can track symptom patterns and body values, such as Temperature, Pulse and Respiration. Allowing you to notice abnormal changes in body and behaviour early on, leading to more successful treatments.
The Happie symptom checker allows you to add all of your horse's abnormal symptoms in order to present potential causes and diseases.
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