[Renaissance of equine dentistery, an abandoned discipline, which one tries to recover].

The research article outlines the history, decline, and recent resurgence of equine dentistry, while highlighting significant contributors and developments in the field. It also discusses the challenges posed by non-veterinarian practitioners and introduces the role of dental technicians.

History of Equine Dentistry

• The author traces the interest in equine dentistry back to ancient texts, with the earliest detailed studies dated to the 17th century.
• The research suggests that the 19th and early 20th centuries were periods of great innovation, with instrumental and technical discoveries highlighted.
• Authors, such as Günther father and son, Frick, Goubaux, Barrier, Merllat, Cadiot, and Colyer, who published a substantial work on animal dentistry in 1936, are acknowledged for their immense contributions.

The Decline and Subsequent Renaissance of Equine Dentistry

• According to the author, equine dentistry was neglected during and after the 2nd World War, with the exception of Erwin Becker from Berlin who continued to promote the discipline.
• The revival of equine dentistry is roughly dated from 1975-1980.
• The inception of non-veterinary practitioners, such as Dale Jeffrey who founded a school, launched an academy, and started a publication, revolutionized the field.
• The author gives a detailed review of the different teaching methods available in the field.

The Emergence of Dental Technicians and Challenges Faced

• The new role of dental technicians is identified, although questions about integration with the veterinary industry remain.
• The author refers to the British model as the best regulated in addressing these integration issues.
• The revival of equine dentistry education in French National Veterinary Schools is also examined.
• The author expresses concerns over the media’s glorification of dental technicians, referring to them under the grand but inaccurate title of “equine dentists”, which they saw as detrimental to the reputation of veterinarians.