https://www.riverinamobilevet.com/blog daily 0.75 2026-07-01 https://www.riverinamobilevet.com/blog/equine-odontoclastic-tooth-resorption-and-hypecementosis-eotrh monthly 0.5 2026-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/7bbb56e8-75e3-4e4b-9f56-7984b5f05c2c/EOTRH-1.jpeg Blog - Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypecementosis (EOTRH) - What does EOTRH look like? From the outside, affected incisors may appear: Longer than normal Bulbous or swollen near the gumline Covered with irregular bony-looking enlargements Loose Fractured Discoloured However, appearances can be misleading. Some horses with severe pain have only minor visible changes, while others with dramatic-looking teeth remain relatively comfortable. This is why radiographs are essential. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/fc8762d1-f409-4a2a-95e0-0de4ea08102c/eotrh+rads.jpg Blog - Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypecementosis (EOTRH) - Why are dental radiographs so important? A thorough oral examination tells us only part of the story. Much of EOTRH occurs below the gumline, where it cannot be seen. Dental radiographs allow us to assess: Root destruction Areas of tooth resorption Hypercementosis Infection Ankylosis (fusion of the tooth to surrounding bone) Bone loss around the teeth In many horses, radiographs reveal disease that is far more advanced than expected from the clinical examination alone. They are essential for making an accurate diagnosis and planning appropriate treatment and can be performed without needing to travel to a hospital. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/49a499e6-a2ee-4bbf-83af-b889a36006a5/advanced+eotrh.jpg Blog - Equine Odontoclastic Tooth Resorption and Hypecementosis (EOTRH) - Advanced disease Once teeth become painful, infected, loose or significantly affected on radiographs, extraction is the treatment of choice. While the idea of removing multiple incisors can sound alarming, horses generally cope extraordinarily well. https://www.riverinamobilevet.com/blog/periodontal-disease-a-painful-condition-affecting-up-to-60-of-horses monthly 0.5 2026-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/cbe67d73-017a-4f5e-b9ce-8e5af20ceb90/perio1.jpg Blog - Periodontal Disease : A painful condition affecting up to 60% of horses - What is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is inflammation and infection of the tissues that support the tooth. These supporting structures include: The gums (gingiva) The periodontal ligament, which anchors the tooth to the bone The cementum covering the root of the tooth The surrounding alveolar bone In a healthy mouth, these tissues work together to hold each tooth firmly in place while allowing the slight movement needed to absorb the enormous forces generated during chewing. When periodontal disease develops, these supporting tissues become inflamed and gradually break down. If left untreated, the attachment between the tooth and surrounding bone weakens, allowing food to become trapped more easily and creating an ongoing cycle of inflammation and infection. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/54d8bc93-e149-41dc-b7b9-45d8a920da28/periodontal+disease+1.jpg Blog - Periodontal Disease : A painful condition affecting up to 60% of horses - Why do horses develop periodontal disease? Unlike people, horses don't develop periodontal disease because they forget to brush their teeth. Instead, it usually begins when food becomes trapped between teeth. As horses chew, fibrous material such as grass and hay can become packed into small gaps between neighbouring cheek teeth. This trapped feed encourages bacterial growth and inflammation of the surrounding gum tissue. Over time, the inflammation can spread deeper, damaging the periodontal ligament and the bone supporting the tooth. Several factors increase the risk of periodontal disease, including: Widening spaces (diastemata) between teeth Overgrowths or sharp enamel points that alter normal chewing Fractured teeth Abnormal tooth alignment Age-related changes Previous dental disease Developmental abnormalities in younger horses Some horses are simply more prone to developing periodontal pockets than others, even with excellent routine dental care. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/78611aab-9b37-4c88-aabd-4deb51361070/quidding.jpg Blog - Periodontal Disease : A painful condition affecting up to 60% of horses - What are the signs of periodontal disease? One of the most frustrating aspects of equine dental disease is that horses often hide pain remarkably well. Many continue eating despite significant discomfort. Some of the more common signs include: Bad breath (halitosis) Quidding (dropping partially chewed balls of hay) Slow eating Weight loss Dropping feed while chewing Difficulty chewing hay Preference for softer feeds Nasal discharge (particularly if upper cheek tooth roots become infected) Swelling of the face Resistance to the bit Head tilting while chewing Poor performance Behavioural changes https://www.riverinamobilevet.com/blog/what-you-can-do-for-your-horse-to-promote-healthy-teeth-and-prevent-problems-not-as-complicated-as-you-think monthly 0.5 2026-07-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/ec82e173-b795-4937-ae0c-bad144ec9e4c/retained+cap.webp Blog - What you can do for your horse to promote healthy teeth and prevent problems : Not as complicated as you think! - 6. Remember That Young Horses Need Dental Care Too Dental problems aren't limited to older horses. Young horses undergo enormous changes as their permanent teeth erupt. Routine examinations allow your veterinarian to identify issues such as: Retained deciduous ("baby") teeth or ‘caps’ Eruption abnormalities Abnormal alignment Developmental abnormalities Sharp enamel points associated with erupting teeth Addressing these issues early can prevent more significant problems later in life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/aa7550d9-5fdc-4367-9d83-b4da9564296c/horse+drinking+water.webp Blog - What you can do for your horse to promote healthy teeth and prevent problems : Not as complicated as you think! - 10. Buffer acidic water sources Water pH plays a role in peripheral cavity formation in horses, with bore water found to be protective to horse teeth compared to dam or rain water. Using pool pH strips, test your horse’s water. If the pH is below 7, speak to your dental vet about buffering your horse’s water with a neutraliser (like agricultural limestone or specific pH-balancing supplements) or change water sources. https://www.riverinamobilevet.com/home daily 1.0 2025-09-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/22ddb8bd-e896-4ebf-aa51-ab46bb03e44f/IMG_8925.jpg Home - Who is Riverina Mobile Vet & Equine Dentistry? Established by Dr Michelle Noga, Riverina Mobile Vet & Equine Dentistry aims to provide gold standard & convenient equine dentistry to the greater Riverina Region. Dr Michelle developed a passion for equine dentistry after enduring poor dental care in her own horse prior to becoming a vet. This passion led her to further training in equine dentistry after completing her veterinary degree from the University of Sydney. Dr Michelle has been providing equine dental services in the Riverina since 2020 and covers a 4 hours radius from Griffith. She is fully equipped and mobile with specially designed ‘Porta-Safe-Stocks’ with inbuilt scales, an oroscope (oral camera) , modern and well maintained motorised equipment and array of specialised equipment to treat a variety of dental issues at your home. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/62675271bbd2505e84aed547/1659779005253-N4TS6JVVBY0N4Z5UN1Q8/foal.jpg Home - How does it work? Book over the phone by texting or calling 0438 469 661. Dr Michelle then travels to your preferred location. Unfortunately there are minimum numbers required to travel further than 2 hours from Griffith but this can be discussed as required. 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