Mike O'Brien BAEDT Equine Dental Technician

16/08/2024

On behalf of a client.looking for a new and forever home, 9 yrs 15hh gelding super loveable chunky monkey loves going out hacking, super on the ground, just started late and so lacking some miles on the clock, and needing the right loving home to do so, so wouldnt suit a novice rider.
Please call me for information 07548374289 poa

27/07/2024

They say never work with animals or children! but someone has to don't they!
Let's share this if you think this will help support your favourite Equine Pros!
Any other ideas?
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26/07/2024

So Today i went to see this 14 year old thoroughbred that had recently been purchased by a lovely lady.
Unfortunately i couldn't treat him and am organising with the owner to have him sedated. But from a very cursory examination not only are the incisors a mess the upper 6's where massively dominant so much so that i couldn't see further into the mouth.
One of the worse mouths i have seen for a while.
Will hopefully keep you all updated on his progress.

22/07/2024

The busy season is nearly over and we have a few spaces available on the following dates. Please pm the page to book. Thanks

July/August Dates

30th July - Surrey
31st July - Surrey (Chobham/Woking)
5th August - Surrey (RH5)
7th August - Oxfordshire (One afternoon space)
10th August - Wisbech/Kings Lynn (one space at 12pm)
14th August - Oxfordshire (Fully Booked)
16th August - Leics
17th-18th WES Nationals
27th - Surrey
29th/30th/31st/1st - Suffolk

03/07/2024

19/06/2024

Dusty had his first day as a dentist doggy today and was perfectly behaved! 🐶🐶

11/06/2024

Space available between Stowmarket and Diss this Friday 14th June at 10.30am due to cancellation. Please pm to book

04/06/2024

⭐Equine Dentist of the Year Finalists 2024 sponsored by the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians ⭐
Headline Sponsor: Bloomfields Horseboxes

Out of 67 EDTs nominated, we would like to wish a huge congratulations to:


Mike O'Brien BAEDT Equine Dental Technician
Charlotte Stephens

22/04/2024

Hi everyone, Mike is doing much better now and I am rearranging his diary as fast as I can. If you could reply to appointment times asap that will really help things get back on track :)

For anyone already enquired or who needs rearranging, I’m working through a long list.

Current spaces for those who haven’t already enquired:
Basingstoke area - Wednesday 24th April 1.30pm
Oxfordshire - 8th May
Wisbech/Norfolk/Suffolk - 11th/12th/13th May

Thanks, Dani

11/04/2024

Hi everyone, sorry for the delay in replying to some of you, I’ve been ill for the last few weeks and then trekking around the country with our daughter on her ponies! I’m back to the diary now so if you would like an appointment in either April or May please let me know. On the bad side I’ve now given my lergy to Mike 😷 sorry!
Dani

30/03/2024

Nominate your chosen equestrian professional, business or charity who has gone above and beyond. Self-nominations are also accepted.

17/03/2024

What does it take to become a BEVA/BVDA qualified Equine Dental Technician?

As we approach this week's practical exam, we're eager to shed light on the journey each of our members has undertaken. It takes several years of intensive training and rigorous examinations to achieve full qualification.

The examination process entails:

➡️ Completion of BEVA/BVDA advanced theory course
➡️ Evidence of education- either
- BSc or FdSc in Equine Dental Science/Studies
- Training under direct supervision of BAEDT member or Veterinary Surgeon with expertise in equine dentistry
- RCVS membership
➡️ Submisson of 300 case studies, of which 40 are advanced case studies countersigned by the attending Veterinary Surgeon
➡️ 2 references -one from BAEDT member and one from a Veterinary Surgeon with expertise in equine dentistry
➡️ Minimum of 5 days working alongside a BAEDT member or Veterinary Surgeon with expertise in equine dentistry
➡️ BEVA/BVDA Theory exam
➡️ BEVA/BVDA Practical exam

Not to mention the countless hours spent shadowing, undertaking unpaid work, traveling expenses, investing in training courses, and the financial outlay for equipment.

We take immense pride in our members for their relentless passion and unwavering dedication to equine welfare.

Visit our website to locate a BAEDT Equine Dental Technician near you ➡ www.baedt.com

📸 Kim Kilner BAEDT

11/03/2024

When was your horses last dental?

➡️ Sharp enamel points can cause soft tissue damage to the cheeks and tongue leading to discomfort whilst being ridden and eating (imagine putting a nose band on this chap 🥺)

➡️ Equines have hypsodont dentition meaning they have a large reserve crown which is in continuous wear throughout their lifetime and constantly erupts approximately 2-4mm per year.

➡️ This leads to the formation of sharp enamel points on the outside of the upper cheek teeth and inside of lower cheek teeth

➡️ Removing the sharp enamel points will allow healing and make the mouth comfortable.

➡️ ALL horses, ponies and donkeys require routine dental treatments every 6-12 months to ensure comfort whilst eating and being ridden

➡️ Remember horses are prey animals so their may be no clinical signs that they are in discomfort, they are good at hiding pain

➡️ All BAEDT members are trained and examined to the highest standards and attend regular CPD courses

Every horse every year! 🐴🦷

www.baedt.com

23/02/2024

Space available this Sunday afternoon between Wymondham and Diss due to cancellation. Please message to book

09/02/2024

17/01/2024

❄️ 🧊 Hot water 🧊 ❄️
During this extreme weather if anyone could provide Mike with warm/hot water for his tools during your appointment then his hands would greatly appreciate it!!
Thank you!! ✋

15/01/2024

A very cold morning for Mike doing our own yard today! Manage to sneak in treatments for all our friends horses we share the land with too! Tried to be good clients bringing Mike hot water from home and treating him to a fry up afterwards 🤣🤣
I’m now working on bookings for mid February onwards, please pm me for availability 🐴

22/12/2023

As we sail across a very bumpy English Channel I would like to apologise for the lack of communication the last couple of weeks. With having covid myself, illness in the family, the loss of my very special old boy (pictured) and then a week in Belgium I am a little behind on bookings.
Mike does have space end of December in Surrey and beginning Jan in Suffolk and I will message everyone I can back before Christmas. Please still message me on here if you’d like an appointment .

We hope everyone has a lovely Christmas and New Year, please share your christmasssy horsey picture below!
(Photo of the lovely Harley who I owned for 20years. He never let anyone expect Mike do his teeth without sedation 🥰)
Dani x

09/12/2023

To all my clients
Due to rising costs
As of the 1st of January i will be raising my price by £5 per horse.
Also any clients within the new ULEZ zone i will be charging accordingly i.e 1 horse will be an extra £12 or if more horse's at the same yard the cost will be split between said horse's.
I hope you understand.
We would like to wish you a very merry Christmas and a Happy New year.

06/12/2023

The smallest pony i think i have ever met. A dwarf shetland. Not much bigger than a collie dog.

05/12/2023

***Attention ALL young riders***

Are you interested in experiencing Western Riding or looking to improve your existing skills? If so then 2024 is the year for you...

Lots of exciting news and events coming soon, watch this space....
Western Equestrian Society IQHA Youth World Cup Team British Reining The Pony Club

(please share)

29/11/2023

Thetford/Swaffham/Downham Market/Kings Lynn

Hi everyone, I have some rare space in the above areas next Monday 4th December due to cancellations. Please pm to book.
Thanks

14/07/2023

Ipswich to Colchester - Spaces available Monday 17th July due to a number of people not replying to times. Please message if you would like an appointment
Thank you, Mike’s wife Dani

05/07/2023

July Dates:

10th - Wisborough Green/Horsham (Surrey)
11th - Oxfordshire
Most other dates are around the Surrey area - please pm for availability

Suffolk/Norfolk

16th - Thetford/Diss/Stowmarket
17th - Stowmarket/Ipswich
27th/28th/29th - Woodbridge/Lowestoft/Norwich