Routine Tooth Extractions
Routine tooth extractions are performed at our clinic while your horse stands in a secure set of stocks. Sedation and regional or local anesthesia keep your horse calm, comfortable, and pain-free throughout the procedure. We use a wide array of specialized instruments and techniques to remove teeth efficiently while prioritizing pain management and reducing stress.
See how we perform a routine cheek tooth extraction using an intra-oral technique:
Advanced Techniques for Complex Dental Cases
Sometimes, traditional extractions aren’t enough. For more complicated situations, we use innovative, minimally invasive techniques that reduce the need for general anesthesia and open surgery. These include:
Temporary Restorations
Ideal for teeth with fractures or cavities, this technique involves placing a restoration material in the damaged area. The material prevents further fracturing, allowing for a safer extraction.
Partial Coronectomy
For young horses with tightly interlocked cheek teeth, partial coronectomy is a valuable option. By removing a thin sliver of the tooth, we create space to loosen and extract the tooth more easily.
Minimally Invasive Transbuccal Extraction
This procedure is designed for teeth with fractured crowns that can’t be grasped conventionally. A small incision in the cheek serves as a portal for specialized tools. A pin is threaded into the affected tooth, allowing it to be extracted without the need for full surgery. This approach avoids general anesthesia and minimizes recovery time.
Cheek Tooth Sectioning
When dealing with teeth that have curved roots or cementomas, we use a water-cooled burr to divide the tooth into smaller sections. This allows for careful removal of each segment.
Surgical Cheek Tooth Extractions
In rare cases where less invasive techniques aren’t suitable, we may need to perform an open surgical extraction. This approach will be thoroughly discussed with you so you can make an informed decision about your horse’s care.
Why Choose Garden State Equine Veterinary Dentistry for Oral Surgery?
When it comes to your horse’s health, expertise matters. At Garden State Equine Veterinary Dentistry, our oral surgery services are backed by advanced training, state-of-the-art technology, and a commitment to providing the highest standard of care. With Dr. Amelie McAndrews, the region’s only Board Certified Equine Dentist™, leading every case, you can trust that your horse is in expert hands.
Whether you're a horse owner, trainer, or equine veterinarian, we work collaboratively to ensure your horse receives effective treatment with minimal stress and maximum comfort. From routine extractions to advanced, minimally invasive techniques, our goal is to restore your horse’s oral health and improve their overall quality of life. Give us a call at (732) 946-0767 to schedule an equine oral surgical procedure.
