Equine Periodental Disease

Explore the complexities of Equine Periodontal Disease (EPD) in this comprehensive presentation by Prof. Dr. Mike Chan, tailored for veterinarians, equine dental specialists, and horse owners dedicated to optimizing equine oral health. EPD, one of the most common and painful dental conditions in horses, is characterized by progressive inflammation and infection of the supporting structures of the teeth, leading to gingival recession, pocket formation, tooth mobility, halitosis, dysphagia, weight loss, and impaired performance. Contributing factors include feed impaction and bacterial biofilm formation. Diagnosis relies on a thorough oral and dental examination, often supported by endoscopy, radiography, and periodontal probing to assess the severity of lesions. Traditional management includes occlusal equilibration, mechanical debridement, and perioceutic therapy. Beyond conventional interventions, this presentation introduces advanced regenerative and integrative innovations such as PSC (Precursor Stem Cell Therapy), FOP (Frozen Organo Peptides), FOC (Frozen Organo Cryogenics), along with TopPetPro modalities including MITO Peptide Organotherapy and NANO Peptide Organotherapy. These pioneering strategies aim to regenerate periodontal tissues, modulate inflammation, and enhance long-term oral health and overall well-being in horses.