ROGER KELSEY NOT YOUR ORDINARY DENTIST
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ROGER KELSEY NOT YOUR ORDINARY DENTIST
When it comes to staying fit , oral hygiene in horses is especially important . Roger Kelsey teaches the importance of taking proper care of a horse ’ s teeth .
Roger has been practicing equine dentistry since 2005 after certifying at the Academy of Equine Dentistry in Glenns Ferry , Idaho . He now helps instruct incoming equine practitioners pursuing certification . Roger has practiced dentistry in 23 states as well as Spain and many European countries . He also serves on the International Association of Equine Dentistry Board and has published several articles on Gnathology . ‘
A few pieces of advice Roger gives to horse owners are to find a qualified equine practitioner or vet that focuses on equine dentistry and is familiar with proper gnathology ( science of chewing ) and schedule to have your horses done annually . Horses teeth never stop erupting , so continual care is needed . It is easier to form a good mouth in a young horse than try to fix problems in older horses that could have been prevented .
Not much surprises Roger when it comes to the equine mouth . During one visit with a veterinarian whose clients were having no luck getting their horse to gain weight , he opened the mouth and simply lifted two of the horses teeth out with only his fingers . He balanced what was left of the molar table and the horse began to put on weight , as he expected . This , along with the many adventures his career has allowed for , is why Roger loves his job .
For more information , contact Roger Kelsey at
Rockingkequinedentistry @ gmail . com
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By Shannon Geddes