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Clinical dental finding in Iranian horses.
Abstract: A horse's well-being is directly related to the management of its dental health. A good knowledge of the epidemiology and aetiology of dental disorders could help the owners and clinicians to prevent not only dental problems but also severe gastrointestinal diseases. In this study we report the prevalence of dental disorders in horses in Iran. We examined 317 horses randomly in eight provinces in Iran and 21 diseases were characterized in the examined horses. The observed diseases were compared among different breeds, genders and ages of the examined horses. The factor of age among the other three factors was more important in the incidence of diseases because most of the diseases found were significantly different among age groups. Between different breeds examined, only cheek teeth cemental caries in Kurdish and Arabian horses was significantly different (p = .022). Enamel point with an occurrence of 34.4% was the most common disease. Broken cheek teeth were more prevalent in male horses in comparison with female horses (p = .035). Our study showed a moderate prevalence of dental disorders in Iranian horse clubs, which could be reduced with better management.
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Publication Date: 2020-07-31 PubMed ID: 32735069PubMed Central: PMC7738718DOI: 10.1002/vms3.329Google Scholar: Lookup The Equine Research Bank provides access to a large database of publicly available scientific literature. Inclusion in the Research Bank does not imply endorsement of study methods or findings by Mad Barn.
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Summary
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This research examines the prevalence of dental diseases in Iranian horses, identifying the most common ailments and the varying risks among different breeds, genders, and age groups. It underscores the significant influence of age in the incidence of diseases and suggests effective management to reduce the prevalence of dental disorders.
Background of the Study
- The study identifies dental health as a critical determinant of a horse’s overall well-being. It flags the importance of understanding the epidemiology and causative factors of dental disorders for owners and clinicians. This knowledge can aid in preventing not just dental problems but also serious gastrointestinal diseases in horses.
Methodology of the Study
- The researchers examined 317 horses randomly selected from eight different provinces in Iran. They identified and characterized 21 different diseases in these horses, focusing on dental disorders.
Findings of the Study
- The study found that the factor of age played a significant role in the incidence of diseases, with a notable difference in the types of diseases found across different age groups.
- The incidence of diseases among different horse breeds was also explored. The study found a significant variation of cheek teeth cemental caries between Kurdish and Arabian horses.
- Enamel point, with an occurrence rate of 34.4%, was identified as the most common dental disease among the studied horses.
- The study also found that broken cheek teeth were significantly more prevalent in male horses compared to female horses.
Conclusion of the Study
- The study concludes by highlighting a moderate prevalence of dental disorders in Iranian horse clubs. However, the researchers suggest that the prevalence of such disorders can be reduced with better management measures in place.
Implications of the Study
- This study brings to light the critical importance of dental health in horses, offering valuable insights for both horse owners and clinicians.
- The age-related risk factors and differences among breeds underscore the need for a tailored approach in dental care for horses of different ages and breeds.
Cite This Article
APA
Samad L, Tavanaeimanesh H, Mehr Azin H, Moadab SH, Vajhi AR.
(2020).
Clinical dental finding in Iranian horses.
Vet Med Sci, 6(4), 679-685.
https://doi.org/10.1002/vms3.329 Publication
Researcher Affiliations
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Surgery and Large Animal Internal Medicine, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Science and Research Branch, Azad University, Tehran, Iran.
- Department of Clinical Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Razi University, Kermanshah, Iran.
- Department of Surgery and Radiology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Tehran, Tehran, Iran.
MeSH Terms
- Age Factors
- Animals
- Breeding
- Horse Diseases / epidemiology
- Horse Diseases / etiology
- Horses
- Iran / epidemiology
- Prevalence
- Sex Factors
- Tooth Diseases / epidemiology
- Tooth Diseases / etiology
- Tooth Diseases / veterinary
Conflict of Interest Statement
None of the authors of this study have a financial or personal relationship with other people or organizations that could inappropriately influence or bias the content of the study.
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Citations
This article has been cited 2 times.- Tinsley T, Fogle C, Means E, Robertston J. The prevalence and risk factors of dental disease found in 100 miniature horses. Front Vet Sci 2023;10:1239809.
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