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The Academy of Equine Dentistry, Glenns Ferry, Idaho, is an educational facility that offers three levels of curriculum for Veterinarians and Dental Practitioners. All of the instructors at the Academy are Veterinarians and Certified Equine Dental Practitioners who are actively engaged in practice. A thorough understanding of anatomy, physiology, and tooth structure, along with basic equilibration techniques is necessary to qualify for Certification. Continuing education is at the heart of the Academy’s program, and Certified and Advanced Certified Equine Dental Practitioners participate by returning on a regular basis to educate others by sharing knowledge and experiences gained in the field of equine dentistry. The Academy also functions as a research facility for new and improved dental techniques and advanced surgical procedures. Equine Dentistry has made rapid changes in techniques, advanced procedures, and technology in the last ten years, and it is necessary for dental practitioners to have access to this ever-changing curriculum by attending advanced courses at the Academy.
The Academy provides two-week dental sessions three times a year for equine dental students at all levels, with a program leading to Certification and Advanced Certification.
Prior to Certification, students work on many horses while under the supervision of Certified and Advanced Certified Practitioners during the four two-week classes necessary to attempt Certification. Throughout the certification process, students work on as many as 12 horses with a wide range of dental problems and must pass written exams as well as practical testing on up to three horses. In all, the Academy sees about 1,000 horses a year. Before and after digital radiographs are taken on each certification horse, showing a lateral view of the occlusal surface of each arcade to help evaluate proper equilibration. Digital x-rays and oral endoscopic exams are available for all cases.
Courses are offered in February, July, and November. Equine Dental and Oral Anatomy Courses offered by the Academy are PG-1 First Level (100 hour) beginning dentistry course, PG-2 Second Level (100 hour) intermediate dentistry course, A-150 (24 hour) Equine Head and Neck Anat¬omy course, PG-3 Third Level (100 hour) and PG-4 Fourth Level (100 hour) advanced dentistry courses, and PG-5 Fifth Level (50 hour) advanced dentistry course.
WHY DO PEOPLE ATTEND THE ACADEMY OF EQUINE DENTISTRY?
 To help horses with their dental needs.
To progress through school education and certification channels.
To help and understand the horse's form, function and movement.
To create a profession and a business.
To gain personal knowledge and anatomical information.
To observe and compare standards of dental work.
To be able to evaluate correct equine dental procedures.
To get maximum performance from horses.
To be able to recognize and treat equine dental problems.
Successes of previous course participants are living testimonials to our quality
and caliber of instruction. Many past students return to repeat regular and
advanced courses in equine dentistry, anatomy, physiology and biophysics. Continuing
education is at the heart of our program. Today, course participants may attend
three levels of practical course work. Our mission is to help the horse through interested, educated and properly
trained people, using the highest quality instruments available in the world
today. We listen to your needs, as well as the horse's needs, and do our best
to fill them. Participating in our courses can help you build your foundation
in the equine care industry.
For detailed information about the program, staff, facilities, and how to register with Academy of Equine Dentistry, please click on the tabs above.
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