American School of Equine Dentistry

The Introduction to Equine Dentistry course is a four-week intensive learning experience that prepares a student for entry into a full or part-time career as an equine dental technician. This program is designed to provide the student an opportunity to acquire the knowledge needed to pass an Equine Dental Technician Certification written exam and establish a solid foundation for their needed practical skills. Students learn basic dental procedures, including floating, creating bit seats, incisor reduction and realignment, wave and hook correction, wolf teeth removal, canine teeth reduction, and non-surgical extraction techniques, and are exposed to more advanced procedures. Introductory course also includes the use of power equipment, primarily rotary Dremel burrs and diamond discs. Upon completion of the course, an apprenticeship program with a certified equine dental technician is highly recommended. Placement of the apprentice with a mentor can be arranged by the school, and extended enrollment programs are available for advanced study and more hands-on experience.