Equine dentistry is a very important part of your horses overall health and well being. Many problems such as choke and colic can be attributed to a horses teeth. Horses with proper dental care often are more fit, live much longer lives and are generally more healthy.
A veterinarian is the most qualified person to perform equine dentistry. Dr. Atherton uses new age sedation, special veterinary dental equipment, nerve blocks and pain relief. Dr. Atherton feels that pain control is a very important part in equine medicine & dentistry. He will give each patient the attention it deserves. Dr. Atherton prefers to lightly sedate his patients and all dental floating is done by hand without power tools.
