AP Equine Dentistry c.c.

11/09/2026

THE ART OF HANDMADE INNOVATED CRAFTSMANSHIP IN A HYPER AUTOMATED WORLD.
This semi-broken mouthpiece designed to eliminate the standard pinching mechanisms of traditional bits while maintaining CLEAR communication.
KEY FEATURE:
ZERO BAR SQUEEZE: The integrated "Lock Up" mechanism adds an extra joint function that prevents the mouthpiece from folding backwards. This completely removes the severe pinching action on the bars of the horse's mouth common in standard three-piece bits.

RECOMMENDED BY BOMBER: for horses that are fussy in the contact and require both stability and a separation of the aids. This would be recommended for horses lifting, poking or flicking their heads.
https://bombers.co.za/product/loose-ring-bomber-blue-elliptical-lock-up/

07/09/2026

04/09/2026

There’s a lot going on in a young horse’s mouth.

Before the age of five, horses undergo significant dental changes as their deciduous (baby) teeth are shed and their permanent teeth erupt.

This period often coincides with introducing a bit and bridle and beginning ridden work, making regular dental examinations particularly important.

Some of the common dental findings we may see in young horses include:

🔹 Sharp enamel points: these can cause trauma to the cheeks and tongue and may become particularly relevant once a horse begins wearing a bridle and bit.

🔹 Wolf teeth: small vestigial teeth which usually erupt when horses are young. Their position and potential significance should be assessed individually, particularly before ridden work begins.

🔹 Retained deciduous teeth (caps): baby teeth that haven’t shed normally can contribute to food trapping, inflammation, displacement of the permanent teeth and periodontal problems. Careful assessment is important, as premature removal can also damage the developing permanent tooth.

Regular dental examinations throughout these rapidly changing years allow developing problems to be identified and appropriately managed early, helping to maintain a comfortable, healthy mouth as your young horse starts their career. 🐴🦷

To learn more how dentistry can affect a horses performance watch our YouTube video 🦷👉🏼 https://youtu.be/8V6r4gaw9lU?si=5LNJWLAJObCydO73

02/09/2026

29/08/2026