This is a 2-day course, consisting of two mornings of lectures and full afternoons of practicals, to be held at the University of Bristol, Langford, North Somerset. This course will be suited to vets in equine or mixed practice attending horses with dental disease. Many of the 600+ vets who have undertaken the course previously have reported an increase in their interest, expertise and turnover of equine dental cases subsequently. The course has been restructured to align it with the proposed “C” modules 1 and 2 in equine dentistry which can comprise components of the RCVS Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice (Equine Dentistry, or Equine Practice), but the course will be equally useful for those not pursuing further qualifications.

The faculty have wide experience in practising equine dentistry and teaching to students and professionals, and informal discussion is encouraged throughout. The lectures will review dental anatomy and physiology, dental examinations, current equipment, correction of malocclusions, investigation of dental disease, dental pathology, dental imaging and non-surgical treatment of dental disease.

The afternoons will consist of small practical classes covering oral examination techniques, dental pathology, correction of malocclusions, in cadaver skulls and in clinical cases, and reading of dental radiographs. Delegates are advised to bring their own protective clothing and headlights (and other equipment if they wish). The course is strongly supported by representatives from leading manufacturers of equine dental equipment with opportunities to test and purchase selected items. This course will cater for veterinarians in mixed and equine first opinion practice who wish to improve their expertise to enable them to deal with the majority of equine dental disorders encountered in general equine practice, as opposed to specialists in referral work. A course dinner is included in the registration fee. To allow maximal benefit to delegates at the practical sessions, delegate numbers are restricted to 30. This very popular course has consistently received good reviews and often been filled at an early stage; therefore early reservation of a place is advised.

Review of anatomy and physiology of the equine mouth and teeth