Equine Dental Clinic Ltd

Equine Dental Clinic Ltd UK's first and largest Specialist equine veterinary dentistry practice. Referrals from vets and equine dental technicians welcome.
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All advanced and routine dental procedures, referrals, head and sinus surgery, CT scanner. The Equine Dental Clinic Ltd is Europe's first veterinary practice dedicated to general, advanced and referral equine dentistry. Chris Pearce MRCVS founded the practice in 2012 to offer high quality services in equine dentistry to horse owners, vets and dental technicians. Services range from routine examina

tions and rasping to advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques in standing horses, cavity restorations and root canal therapy. Chris is joined by Nicole du Toit MRCVS, another officially recognised Specialist in Equine Dentistry, and by Nicky Brooks MRCVS an experienced dental vet in training to become a specialist. We are the only practice in the world to be 100% dedicated to equine dentistry and to have 2 Board Certified Specialist dental vets - if your horse, pony or donkey has a dental problem, chances are we are going to be able to help. Chris Pearce BVSc CertEM CertES Dipl.EVDC BAEDT MRCVS
European Veterinary Specialist in Equine Dentistry
Chris has considerable experience in the field of equine dentistry. In 2001 he became the first veterinary surgeon in the UK to also become a member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians (BAEDT). Since then Chris has become increasingly involved in equine dentistry at all levels - he has lectured for BEVA* in equine dentistry since 2003, been an examiner for BEVA/BAEDT since 2004, was chairman of the examining committee in 2010, a member of BEVA Council for 6 years from 2006, won the Pet Plan Equine Vet of the Year in 2011 for services to equine dentistry, and continues to lecture internationally on equine veterinary dentistry. Nicole du Toit BVSc CertEP MSc PhD DipEVDC DipAVDC MRCVS is a recognised Specialist in Equine Dentistry, with a PhD from the University of Edinburgh. and Diplomas from both the European and American Boards in Equine Dentistry. Nicole has published widely on equine dentistry and experience at all levels particulary in sinus disorders, challenging extractions and of course donkey dentistry (her PhD subject). Our third specialist is Richard Reardon BVetMed(hons) MVM PhD CertES(orth) DipECVS(LA) DipEVDC(EQ) MRCVS. Richard has European diplomas in equine dentistry (EVDC*) and surgery (ECVS**) and a PhD in epidemiology from the University of Glasgow; he has published over 50 articles in these areas. He worked for nearly 10 years at the University of Edinburgh as a surgeon where he jointly ran the soft tissue surgery and dental services with Professor Paddy Dixon for many years. Richard has much experience in advanced equine dentistry and sinus surgery, which he has lectured on internationally. He has a keen interest in developing practical techniques to improve advanced dentistry (particularly extractions) and in helping to educate veterinarians interested in advanced dentistry. Chris and Nicole operate The Equine Dental Clinic from a dedicated dental clinic in Dorset, as well as running specialist clinics at a number of equine hospitals and clinics all over the UK and increasingly in Europe. Richard operates mostly around Scotland and the North of England. We perform all advanced oral, dental and head surgical techniques, using mostly minimally
Invasive techniques as well as preservation of equine teeth by novel restorative and endodontic methods. Thanks for reading!

*BEVA British Equine Veterinary Association

*EVDC = European Veterinary Dental College

**ECVS = European College of Veterinary Surgeons

20/11/2024

Well done to dental vet Nicky from EDC and the Poole Pony Club for organising a great educational evening for the children!

Today is our clinic Open Day šŸ˜„šŸ„šŸŽšŸ‡šŸ“šŸ¦·Come and take a look around, watch an oral camera and corrective dental treatment dem...
16/11/2024

Today is our clinic Open Day šŸ˜„šŸ„šŸŽšŸ‡šŸ“šŸ¦·

Come and take a look around, watch an oral camera and corrective dental treatment demonstration, take the quiz to win a lovely EDC drinks bottle or mug, get a 10% routine dental discount voucher (conditions apply), meet Russell šŸ¶, see the CT scanner in action (demonstration) and find out why weā€™re the worldā€™s leading equine dentistry practice šŸ™

If youā€™d like to come along, weā€™d love to see you and will be open to all TODAY from 10am to 3pm šŸ“šŸ¦·

Do you rasp teeth and reduce overgrowths of cheek teeth for a living? Reduce incisors? Have you ever watched when someon...
13/11/2024

Do you rasp teeth and reduce overgrowths of cheek teeth for a living? Reduce incisors? Have you ever watched when someone is blindly reducing an overgrown tooth without worrying about the possible effects?

Are you one of those who think the ā€˜pulp exposureā€™
risk is a myth? Perhaps something ā€˜inventedā€™ by vets? The majority of trained dental professionals understand the pulp exposure risk from crown reduction but unfortunately there are still those at large who refuse to understand or believe it - and at EDC weā€™ve heard it all.

In fact weā€™ve often been called the ā€˜pulp policeā€™šŸ‘® on social media groups and posts for our stance on the risks of ā€˜pulp exposureā€™. Pulp exposure can happen when rasping the teeth especially when reducing an overgrown tooth to the extent that the sensitive blood and nerve supply becomes exposed, possibly resulting in the tooth bleeding. We have often referred to clinical research on this subject which tells us that although the vital pulp of the tooth is on average around 10-12mm away from the occlusal surface, it can be as close as 2mm (1mm for incisors), and it makes no difference how old the horse or tooth is, and also makes no difference how overgrown the tooth is ā€“ in fact in overgrown / overlong teeth the pulp can be even closer to the surface than in normally worn teeth.

This case shows the exact risk that we are referring to ā€“ this tooth was being carefully reduced by around 3mm by a very well trained and careful operator, when she noted a pulp canal of the very back cheek tooth (111) was exposed and bleeding ā€“ the dental professional performing the procedure behaved incredibly responsibly - called us immediately, and the pony was promptly referred for vital pulp therapy to give the best chance of saving the tooth. When the pony arrived the pulp was not actively bleeding but you can see clearly a small touch with a dental bur initiated the bleeding again ā€“ the procedure we performed is called a partial pulpotomy and this gives the best chance of preventing deeper pulp disease and infection that may cause a root abscess.

Take-away message: Pulp exposure can happen to anyone when reducing even small overgrowths and even in older horses or ponies ā€“ just because it is rare does not mean it wonā€™t happen to you. Vigilance and care when performing any dental procedure are essential, and the prompt action taken in this case is absolutely to be applauded ā€“ well done!

[NB I have not mentioned if the operator was a vet or qualified EDT etc (they were properly qualified) as I donā€™t want this to be about vets versus non-vets ā€“ thatā€™s not what the post is about and any comments straying into this area will be deleted!]

Link to research paper on this: https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C5&q=pulp+equine+secondary+dentine&btnG= =gs_qabs&t=1731508411133&u=%23p%3D5D76NbJAEdUJ

12/11/2024

Interesting read - a topic that we find really interesting and have lectured about before - but seems like there is more work to do but well done to the team involved for starting this important research, and it's certainly one of a number of tools we can use to assess dental health in horses

Although we remember all the fallen from all the conflicts and wars around the globe today, and of course the human suff...
10/11/2024

Although we remember all the fallen from all the conflicts and wars around the globe today, and of course the human suffering is highest in our thoughts, but this poem I Spoke to You in Whispers by Neil Andrew, also remembers the horses who served and died, and the great sacrifice they also gave..

I spoke to you in whispers
As shells made the ground beneath us quake
We both trembled in that crater
A toxic muddy bloody lake
I spoke to you and pulled your ears
To try and quell your fearful eye
As bullets whizzed through the raindrops
And we watched the men around us die
I spoke to you in stable tones
a quiet tranquil voice
At least I volunteered to fight
You didnā€™t get to make the choice
I spoke to you of old times
Perhaps you went before the plough
And pulled the haycart from the meadow
Far from where weā€™re dying now
I spoke to you of grooming
Of when the ploughman made you shine
Not the shrapnel wounds and bleeding flanks
Mane filled with mud and wire and grime
I spoke to you of courage
As gas filled the Flanders air
Watched you struggle in the mud
Harness acting like a snare
I spoke to you of peaceful fields
Grazing beneath a setting sun
Time to rest your torn and tired body
Your working day is done
I spoke to you of promises
If from this maelstrom I survive
By pen and prose and poetry
Iā€™ll keep your sacrifice alive
I spoke to you of legacy

Sometimes despite your best efforts, when things are badly infected, you canā€™t avoid some of the problems no-one likes t...
01/11/2024

Sometimes despite your best efforts, when things are badly infected, you canā€™t avoid some of the problems no-one likes to have to manage.

In this case, a severe right sided sinus infection, caused by a fractured cheek tooth (110). On extraction of the tooth (standing oral extraction) a river of stinking pus started running down the side of the tooth (top image) and after careful forceps extraction of the tooth (bottom left), the rotten, necrotic wall and roof of the alveolar socket came out attached to the tooth leaving a large oro-sinus fistula (oroscope image bottom right).

Although these can be challenging to manage, we have some great techniques and actually most will heal within 6 weeks as the rapid granulation / healing of the dental socket occurs. Very important that the occlusal plug stays in place during that time! We will keep you updated of his progress!

[greyscale to avoid FB banning our post] edit - added a colour one too so you can view if you want to

Lovely review from Equine Veterinarians Australia for our specialists Chris and Nicole and their online taster webinars ...
01/11/2024

Lovely review from Equine Veterinarians Australia for our specialists Chris and Nicole and their online taster webinars from Tuesday this week ahead of the main event next year in 2025 - any equine vets who fancy a trip to Australia this is an excellent CPD event with a wide range of topics from the equine veterinary world and of course this time round a focus on dentistry - thanks EVA and of course to Australiaā€™s own tour de force in equine dentistry Mr Oliver Liyou šŸ™šŸŽ šŸ¦· šŸ‡¦šŸ‡ŗ

Did you miss the webinar from 2025 Bain Fallon keynote speakers Dr Chris Pearce and Dr Nicole Du Tois ? It is now available on demand via your AVA website account.

A not to be missed webinar - here is a review from long term EVA member and one of our leaders in equine veterinary practice - Dr Oliver Liyou. From the horses mouth -

ā€œWhether youā€™re curious, intrigued, getting started, or passionately in love with the rapidly growing field of equine veterinary dentistry, this EVA webinar by Drs DuToit & Pearce is a must!

Between them they gave a great overview of how far and important equine dentistry has become over the past 2 decades - not only to the horse but to the owners and the veterinary clinics who embrace it.

Both being specialists in equine dentistry, who have done decades of hard work ā€œin the trenchesā€ in their field , they are able to calmly articulate the many complexities of equine dentistry down into simple and understandable dialogue.

Being from the biggest solely equine Dental veterinary practice in the world , where they perform first accession cases right through to the most challenging of referrals, these two are undoubtedly in the top five most experienced & qualified speakers in the world.

I would beg any veterinary practice who publicly advertises equine dentistry as a service they offer , to commit to viewing this webinar as part of a practice meeting or a team night get together - as it will open everyoneā€™s eyes as to why equine dentistry can easily become 20 to 30% of an equine practice as it is in small animal practice.

Thereā€™s been no better time to get serious about equine dentistry, so watch this webinar and book in to see more at Bain Fallon 2025ā€



Thank you Randlab for your ongoing and generous sponsorship.
And how many sleeps until the Bain Fallon? šŸ¤£

We were presented with a lovely American miniature horse yesterday. He's only 2.5 years old but had developed right faci...
29/10/2024

We were presented with a lovely American miniature horse yesterday. He's only 2.5 years old but had developed right facial swelling and smelly nasal discharge caused by infection of his first upper right adult cheek tooth that had only just erupted.
Fortunately our specialist based in Edinburgh, Richard had his small head stand and knee pads with him and was able to extract the tooth with the help of the great staff at Thompson House Equine Vets in Wigan and this lovely little mini is expected to go on and make a full recovery šŸ˜Š

Now available! The Equestrian documentary ā€œHorses & the Science of Harmonyā€ examines the nature of harmony between horse...
28/10/2024

Now available! The Equestrian documentary ā€œHorses & the Science of Harmonyā€ examines the nature of harmony between horse and rider through the eyes of Bubby Upton and through the lens of cutting-edge science.

ā€œHorses and the Science of Harmonyā€ is produced by UK equine performance specialist Dr. Sue Dyson and US-based Kathryn Lauritzen of Padma Video and is available free to watch online via YouTube: https://youtu.be/3ulkLHqHZ3g as well as on Smart TV platforms Apple TV, Amazon Fire, ROKU, LG, Samsung, and on-line via Equus Television Network www.equustelevision.net

Horses and the Science of Harmony is a full-length feature film telling the story of Bubby Upton, a rising star in the world of 3-day eventing, who suffered a catastrophic spinal injury yet bravely fought to get back to doing what she lovesā€¦ride. Bubbyā€™s emotional story is woven alongside cutting-edge science to educate viewers about equine behavior and optimal well-being, while simultaneously asking the question "what is it about horses that speaks so strongly to our hearts?'

Horses & the Science of Harmony features some of the ā€œwhoā€™s whoā€ of British eventing, including Mary King, Lucinda Green and Piggy March, as well as some of the top equine veterinarians and researchers in the world - all weighing in on the concept of harmony between humans and horses.

Look out for the cameo appearance from our specialist Chris Pearce discussing bit assessment.

ā€œWe really worked hard to find ā€˜lightbulb momentsā€™ in the science segmentsā€ says director Kathryn Lauritzen. ā€œWe wanted everyone, from the pony clubber to the Olympic athlete to learn new information. For instance, many people donā€™t realize that smell is probably the horseā€™s strongest sense or that horses routinely hear sound frequencies that we cannot hear.ā€

Some of the many interviews include: cognitive brain scientist, Janet Jones, on how horses and humans influence each otherā€™s neurochemistry; veterinary behaviorist Gemma Pearson delves into how stable design influences relaxation; and veterinary researcher Rachel Murray describes how bridle pressure points can influence the way a horse moves its limbs.

Executive producer, Sue Dyson, discusses how behaviour reflecting pain in horses is common and often ignored, so that people have lost sight of what ā€œnormalā€ looks like. She provides evidence-based information to describe what a comfortable horse should look like under saddle, which is demonstrated by international dressage rider and trainer Gareth Hughes.

Bubby Uptonā€™s emotional story epitomizes the quest for harmony between horse and rider while battling her own physical limitations.

Horses and the Science of Harmony is available now, free to view, on YouTube (https://youtu.be/3ulkLHqHZ3g) and on the Equus Television Network www.equustelevision.net

EQUUS TV is your location for the Equestrian Lifestyle Around the World on your favorite SmartTV Platforms like Amazon Fire, ROKU, LG, Samsung, Apple TV

Dental nurse Becky was SO excited todayā€¦.    ā¤ļø
25/10/2024

Dental nurse Becky was SO excited todayā€¦. ā¤ļø

So, Welsh ponies can have some strange features on their cheek teeth - how are we going to describe this? (Cheek tooth, ...
24/10/2024

So, Welsh ponies can have some strange features on their cheek teeth - how are we going to describe this? (Cheek tooth, 407). We have our own names for these strange anomalies - how would you describe them? And how about the significance of the small cavity?

Two of our specialists will be giving an online lecture each for vets in advance of their series of lectures in Australi...
22/10/2024

Two of our specialists will be giving an online lecture each for vets in advance of their series of lectures in Australia next year at the Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures 2025 - if youā€™re a vet and would like to attend just follow the link

Time is running out to register!

Join us for an exclusive preview featuring our upcoming Bain Fallon 2025 international speakers, Drs Chris Pearce & Nicole du Toit.

Catch a sneak peek of their presentations, "How everyday dentistry should be performed for optimum client care & Progressing to advanced dentistry - finding the clues from your examinations", offering a glimpse into what they have in store for you at the 2025 Bain Fallon Memorial Lectures, 20-24 July 2025, Novotel Twin Waters, Sunshine Coast.

Thank you Randlab for your generous sponsorship.

https://www.ava.com.au/education-events/education-and-events-search/event-detail/?eid=EV001827

Youā€™re welcome!
18/10/2024

Youā€™re welcome!

šŸ¦·Ponies Teeth & Equine DentistryšŸ¦·

We are so lucky to have booked in a visit to the Equine Dental Clinic on Wednesday 20th November 2024 for our Ponies Teeth and Equine Dentistry Badges!

The Ponies Teeth badge is aimed at our younger Mini & Junior members and the Equine Dentistry at the older Junior & Senior members.

A huge thank you in advance to the Equine Dental Clinic - We can't wait to come along and learn all about ponies teeth! ā­ļø

https://www.horse-events.co.uk/pony-club-rallies/poole-district-pony-club-ponies-teeth-equine-dentistry-badges-20241120/

14/10/2024

EDC were at a large racing stables today where we treat all the horses twice a year in our unique way - every horse is examined fully and treated by one of our dental vets under a little sedation (in this case Advanced Dental Practitioner Nicky Brooks) - this gives us a chance to use a dental mirror, oroscope camera if needed, access all areas of the mouth and really perform a total dental service - plus as we are all vets, we can deal with wolf teeth, loose deciduous teeth (caps), advise on pathologies and if necessary refer to our specialist clinic for any advanced work needed - itā€™s a thorough complete dental service that gives the owners and trainer peace of mind that the horsesā€™ dentition is always properly taken care of. šŸ¦·

Last week saw delegates from all over the world visit EDC HQ for our continuing education course Key Skills 3 to take th...
12/10/2024

Last week saw delegates from all over the world visit EDC HQ for our continuing education course Key Skills 3 to take the next step on their journey in equine dentistry - endodontic and restorative dentistry. This is just the beginning for them - endodontics takes years to master and we still have much to learn but they are a step closer to being able to save diseased teeth - one of the most satisfying parts of our daily referral caseload - special thanks to Torbjorn Lundstrƶm from Sweden for being our guest tutor - what he doesnā€™t know about endodontics isnā€™t worth knowing and it was a visit to Torbjorn by Chris in 2003 that was the inspiration for EDC šŸ™

Congratulations to one of our directors and specialists Nicole DuToit for re-certifying as a Specialist of the American ...
11/10/2024

Congratulations to one of our directors and specialists Nicole DuToit for re-certifying as a Specialist of the American Veterinary Dental College - this is a process that must be completed every ten years to prove that she is still practising equine veterinary dentistry at the highest standards, performing a large number of cases, and is recognised as a specialist and recommended by peers - Nicole, Chris and Richard are all Specialists of the European Veterinary Dental College but Nicole is the only vet worldwide to be ā€˜double boardedā€™ being an Equine Specialist of both the American and European Veterinary Dental Colleges - that is a great achievement! Please join us in congratulating Nicole!

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The Equine Dental Clinic Ltd is Europe's first veterinary practice dedicated to general, advanced and referral equine dentistry. Chris Pearce MRCVS founded the practice in 2012 to offer high quality services in equine dentistry to horse owners, vets and dental technicians. Services range from routine examinations and rasping to advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques in standing horses, cavity restorations and root canal therapy. Chris is joined by Nicole du Toit MRCVS, another officially recognised Specialist in Equine Dentistry, and by Nicky Brooks MRCVS an experienced dental vet in training to become a specialist. We are the only veterinary practice in the world to be 100% dedicated to equine dentistry and to have 2 Board Certified Specialist dental vets - if your horse, pony or donkey has a dental problem, chances are we are going to be able to help. Referrals from vets and equine dental technicians welcome. Chris Pearce BVSc CertEM(IntMed) CertES(SoftTissue) Dipl.EVDC(Equine) BAEDT MRCVS European Veterinary Specialist in Equine Dentistry Chris has considerable experience in the field of equine dentistry. In 2001 he became the first veterinary surgeon in the UK to also become a member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians (BAEDT). Since then Chris has become increasingly involved in equine dentistry at all levels - he has lectured for BEVA* in equine dentistry since 2003, been an examiner for BEVA/BAEDT since 2004, was chairman of the examining committee in 2010, a member of BEVA Council for 6 years from 2006, won the Pet Plan Equine Vet of the Year in 2011 for services to equine dentistry, and continues to lecture internationally on equine veterinary dentistry. Chris is a member of the BAEDT, and a founding committee member of the EVDA. Nicole du Toit BVSc CertEP MSc PhD DipEVDC(Equine) DipAVDC MRCVS is a recognised Specialist in Equine Dentistry, with a PhD from the University of Edinburgh, and Diplomas from both the European and American Boards in Equine Dentistry. Nicole is recognised worldwide for her many scientific publications in equine dentistry, and has experience at all levels particularly in sinus disorders, challenging extractions and of course donkey dentistry (her PhD subject).

Nicky Brooks MA VetMB CertAVP(EP) CertAVP(EquineDentistry) BAEDT MRCVS is an advanced dental vet with post graduate veterinary certification in equine dentistry from the RCVS. Nicky is a member of the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians, and is on a pathway to becoming a specialist here at EDC. Nicky performs much of the routine dentistry performed by the practice, as well as some of the extractions and restorative cases. The Equine Dental Clinic mainly operates from a dedicated dental clinic in Dorset, but also from a number of equine hospitals and clinics all over the UK and increasingly in Europe. We perform all advanced oral, dental and head surgical techniques, with our particular interest and specialty being preservation of equine teeth by novel restorative and endodontic methods. Thanks for reading! *BEVA - British Equine Veterinary Association

* BAEDT - British Association of Equine Dental Technicians

*EVDA - Equine Veterinary Dental Association


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