Equine Dentistry
2011 The Gift Horse Equine Dentistry.
I began my training at the Academy of Equine Dentistry, Glenns Ferry, Idaho in July of 2010. This July, I
will return to Idaho for my third time. I hope to sit for the written portion of the certification process at this
time, and may possibly attempt the practical portion of the certification process in November of this
year or February of 2012. Even after certifying, I will continue to go to the Academy annually for the
purpose of continuing education.

The certification process at The Academy is a serious endeavor. One is required to submit 100 cases
of routine dental work as well as 25 cases considered to be at an advanced level. These cases are
checked and signed-off by a veterinarian. In addition to this, one also must pass a week-long practical
exam involving 9 horses as well as a written examination.

The Academy of Equine Dentistry offers a specialized education for both dental technicians and
veterinarians in the field of equine dental care. This was the first school of its kind, and it has been a
pioneer in the advancements in dental technologies and techniques. The Academy remains the leader
in the training of practitioners at all levels. Students travel from all over the world to attend these
specialized classes.
The training program at the Academy of
Equine Dentistry is the most rigorous in the
field. It is structured as follows:

Equine Anatomy   
First Level Beginning Dentistry  
Intermediate Dentistry  
Advanced Dentistry
Certification
Advanced Continuing Education Courses
Proper use of dental instruments-- both power and manual-- is stressed. Routine dental  procedures are
practiced on skulls and then performed on live horses under direct supervision.

For more information about The Academy of Equine Dentistry, please go to the links page of this
website.
The Gift Horse
At the Academy, students are paired up with certified
dentists and have the opportunity to get hands-on
practice under a watchful eye. Every day students are
required to report on the cases from the previous day.

By combining rigorous lectures with intense practical
experiences, The Academy readies its students for
the surprises of the real world. While at The
Academy, students practice proper, safe techniques
that will later be utilized in the field.
Equine Dentistry
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