Ruth Squance Equine Dental Technician

03/02/2026

Future EDT in the making 🤩! Special thanks to 4 year old Olivia for being a great little helper today and for the fabulous drawing of me checking her ponies teeth 🐴🦷☺️.

08/01/2026

Cold, rainy days on Exmoor made so much better by lovely trekking ponies and a delicious lunch 🥰🐴, thank you Brendon Manor Stables.

22/10/2025

16/09/2025

15/07/2025

Here's a little insight into the life of an Equine Dental Technician (EDT) from the British Association of Equine Dental Technicians. Please watch, share and help raise awareness about the importance of equine dentistry 🐴🦷😊.

29/04/2025

Horse owners please note! This subject is back! I heard a very disturbing tale some time ago now from a dental colleague (a BAEDT member) who had been treating the same horse for a number of years with no problems; this year, the owner decided to use a 'dentist' new to the area (not BAEDT) who 'diagnosed' various problems, but recommended to 'exercise' the tongue by pulling it out from side to side at full extension to help 'realign' the hyoid apparatus (see pic). Since this treatment (and one session of tongue pulling) the horse was unrideable due to violent evasive head movements under saddle and the owner was left distraught and wondering what had happened.

The hyoid apparatus is a set of delicate bones, one of which (no.3 in the diagram) is attached to the base of the tongue. The bones, delicate joints or the tongue itself could easily be potentially irreversibly damaged by such 'treatment' 😔

We have heard a few tales of tongue pulling to 'realign' the hyoid apparatus, and there seem to be a growing number of videos on Youtube, Facebook etc of persons performing this 'technique'. Some appear to be very credible professional looking people that I can only assume are doing as they have been taught by someone else. No disrespect to you, but please think again before performing or recommending this technique. Mostly it was Australia but it appears to be spreading like a disease around the globe. The first person attributed to this was Dr Kerry Ridgeway in USA, however he did not publish any scientific evidence or research about it and there are reports of it doing more harm than any possible good.

The hyoid is not a 'gyroscope' for the horse as stated in one video, and to attempt to realign the hyoid through tongue pulling, manipulation or any other method is in our view potentially damaging, and a potential welfare issue. Also, logically if the hyoid was ‘displaced’ or ‘out of alignment’ you would 100% know about it as your horse would be in marked distress and no amount of tongue pulling would help.

It is really important that all professionals whether they are body workers, physiotherapists, dental technicians or vets work together as a team for the good of the horse - we must all follow the science - there is none for this. Please, do not let anyone attempt to manipulate your horse's hyoid apparatus.

14/01/2025

New year, new goals. Give your horse the best start by using a BAEDT member for their dental care.

Why choose a qualified and fully insured BAEDT member for your equine dental care needs?

⭐️ Rigorously trained and examined: BAEDT members undergo extensive training and rigorous examinations over several years to gain the BEVA/BVDA qualification, ensuring they possess the necessary skills and knowledge to provide the highest standards of dental care.

⭐️ Commitment to Continued Professional Development (CPD): BAEDT members are committed to staying up to date with the latest advancements in equine dentistry by attending regular CPD activities across the UK.

⭐️ Adherence to a code of conduct: BAEDT members adhere to a strict code of conduct that outlines ethical standards and professional responsibilities. This code ensures that members uphold the highest level of integrity and professionalism in their interactions with clients and colleagues.

⭐️ Dedication to equine welfare:
BAEDT members are deeply committed to enhancing equine welfare not only through their dental work but also through their efforts to educate the public. By raising awareness about the importance of proper dental care and its impact on the overall health and wellbeing of horses.

Don’t compromise on your horse’s dental health.

To locate your nearest BAEDT member visit www.baedt.com

09/01/2025

It was lovely working on a snowy Exmoor today at Brendon Manor Stables! The constant warm water, tea and food was very much appreciated, thank you Charlie and team 😊🐴.

28/11/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/18TFtSxodD/

If it’s been over a year since your horse’s last dental check, it’s time to get them booked in.

Horses are incredibly stoic and may not show obvious signs of dental pain, they often adapt by chewing on one side to avoid discomfort.

Don’t let your horse suffer in silence. Book their dental appointment today and ensure their oral comfort.



www.baedt.com

10/09/2024

I will be unavailable until 17th September and all messages will be answered then. Many thanks,
Ruth 😎🏖☀️

11/06/2024

🐴🦷😁

Together we can improve equine welfare.

Share and tag a horse owner you know 🐎

Every equine deserves thorough lifelong dental care.

All BAEDT members are trained and examined to the highest standards.