Care Of Horses Teeth Flashcards
1
Q
Name the two parts of a tooth
A
The root
The crown
2
Q
What is the dental star?
A
The pulp cavity emerging as the tooth is worn down
3
Q
What is the infundibulum?
A
Depression in the centre of the table - wears away
4
Q
What is the cup?
A
The ring of enamel around the infundibulum
5
Q
How many incisors and molars?
A
6 incisor and 12 molar teeth on each
6
Q
What are the two main age distinctive features
A
7 year hook
11 year hook
Galvaynes groove at 14 (half down), 16 (full down), 20+ (receding)
7
Q
What can indicate a crib biter
A
Wearing of teeth unevenly and more quickly
Makes inaccurate assessment of age
8
Q
How often should you rasp
A
8-12 months
9
Q
Signs of toothache
A
Quidding Pain down one side of head Resistance on the bit Resistance to a tightened noseband Loss of condition Eating slowly
