ML Performance Dentistry in Strathalbyn, South Australia | Professional service
ML Performance Dentistry
Locality: Strathalbyn, South Australia
Phone: +61 420 755 622
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25.01.2022 Another successful trip to the Riverland. Once again beautiful hospitality and great horses. . . . .... . . . #MLPerformanceEquine #Horsedentist #Equinedentist #SouthAustralia #Riverland #horses #Dentist #dressage #pony #showjumping #eventing #Loxton #adelaidehills See more
25.01.2022 Spring has definitely sprung and there are many more foals running around paddocks across South Australia. Have you inspected their jaws? How are their teeth? Is everything lining up? Perhaps one of the most neglected aspects of equine health, until a problem actually occurs, is the monitoring and care of a young horse’s teeth. ... Many people feel that a baby horse's teeth isn't worth the trouble, they are only temporary and are shed to make way for permanent teeth - but this way of thinking is not ideal! Baby teeth can have problems along the way that can heavily hinder a young horse’s development and even set them up for problems when their permanent teeth arrive. Most foals have their first set of incisors erupted by the time they are a week old. The next set is usually in by 6 weeks of age and the third by 6-9 months. Book in with me and let's make sure your foal's overall mouth health is up to scratch!
23.01.2022 Horses of shapes and sizes deserve to have a healthy mouth! _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry
22.01.2022 It's amazing how much patience Matthew has whilst doing the horses teeth. I've always had my boy be sedated or twitched and couldn't believe that either wasn't needed. It's great to see someone show their passion through their work with patience and persistence. ... Will definitely be having him come back in the next 6 months and happily refer him. Lovely work!!! - Devan C Horse Owner _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry #performancehorse
22.01.2022 Every 6 months should be a rule of thumb for your horses dental
22.01.2022 Anyone done in December just gone will be due again, anyone else please message or call anytime 0420755622 Matthew Latus - ML Performance Dentistry
21.01.2022 Thank you to my YP clients for making it a great visit, here's some snaps
21.01.2022 Horses may suffer from many dental problems. The most common include: + Sharp enamel points forming on the teeth that can cause lacerations on their cheeks and tongue.... + Baby/deciduous teeth that have not fallen out. Also known as Retained caps + Wolf teeth are still in the mouth which can cause discomfort when the bit is used. + Hooks forming on the upper and lower cheek teeth. + Long and/or sharp canine teeth interfering with the insertion or removal of the bit. + Lost and/or broken teeth. + Abnormal or uneven bite planes. + Excessively worn teeth. + Abnormally long teeth. + Infected teeth and/or gums. + Misalignment of teeth. + Gum disease. I have over 15 years dealing with the above issues. I can check the entirety of your horse's mouth health during our appointments. BOOK NOW! DM me or contact me on 0420755622.
21.01.2022 Working with this lovely couple at the end of today. Mares with foals welcome. . . . .... . . . . . #MLPerformanceEquine #Equinedentist #horsedentist #horse #pony #mare #foal #murraybridge #southaustralia #horsestud See more
21.01.2022 Ok Kangaroo Island its that time again. We would all be a little overdue now but you have had a lot more important things to get on top of. I hope all are well and you are starting to recover from those dreadful times. I am looking to head over from the 2nd - 5th October. Please Dm through here with number of horses , address and phone number. Look forward to catching up with you all again.
20.01.2022 EDEN VALLEY Appointments available this Friday the 4th of June, message or call me 0420755622
20.01.2022 Is your horse tossing his head? Is he suddenly not allowing you to bridle him? Is he fighting with you more than normal? Is he reluctant to accept contact with the bit, or on the flip side, is he mouthing the bit excessively? Are you noting excessive salivation? ... Is he suddenly having a harder time working or moving in one direction? Are there other signs of discomfort in his day-to-day activities? Is he turning his head sideways when chewing? Is he dropping feed while eating? These are all common signs of a variety of dental problems that can be quickly and properly addressed by having your horse’s teeth examined. _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry
20.01.2022 "Success is a journey, not a destination" Still taking bookings for my weekend trip to the Yorke Peninsula, get in touch asap so I can get your horse in
19.01.2022 Can you pick what’s wrong with this horse’s teeth Perhaps a little tricky to the untrained eye, this horse has a change of angle to the incisors and bite-line. Imagine following this line up the horses face, it would fall somewhere above the eye. Ideally we would want to see the bite-line level with it’s jaw to allow for full flow and movement of forward back motion. There should be roughly 9mm of movement. Signs of this condition affecting your horse include showing incor...rect carriage when working them from behind, poking the nose out or slight reefing of the rein. These are all signs of tension in the poll and sensitivity in the jaw due to inflamed ligaments, a direct result from the bite line condition. Your horse’s mouth opening may be the relief it’s seeking to find more suppleness, so a drop or flash noseband could worsen their discomfort in this situation. Always get your horse’s teeth checked and get a second opinion if needed! It might save a world of pain with further evasion, soreness, tension and overgrowths. 6 monthly dental visits is the golden rule.
18.01.2022 Matt is very calm and patient. Only our second visit and Miss Annie was so much calmer than the first. Thank you Matt for making this such a positive experience for all of us. ... - Kylie Holt Horse Owner _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry #performancehorse See more
17.01.2022 It may look intimidating, but I assure you, my number one priority is the comfort and health of your horse at all times Is your horse ready for its next dentistry appointment? DM me today to book! _ ... #mlperformance #mlperformancedentistry See more
17.01.2022 Taking expressions of interest for a trip down South, DM or call me to make a booking 0420 755 622 Includes towns along the way - Bordertown, Keith, Naracoorte, Millicent, and surrounding areas
17.01.2022 If you’re a horse owner, you need to be aware of many potential teeth issues, some common equine dental problems include: Infected teeth or gums Gum disease Poor jaw position ... Excessively worn teeth Loose or broken teeth Want to learn more? DM me! _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry See more
14.01.2022 - _ To all of the wonderful Kangaroo Island equestrians! I will be in Kangaroo Island from the 2nd - 5th of October and would love to see your horses teeth!... Make sure you DM me ASAP to book in before all spots are filled. Please DM me with: + your name + number of horses + address + phone number
13.01.2022 Appointments available at Eden Valley Friday 4th of June - contact me to secure a spot! DM or call 0420 755 622
13.01.2022 Horse’s permanent teeth are around 4inches long, however, obviously you don’t see all of that when you look in their mouth. The remaining tooth that you can not see is hidden in the jaw and skull bones. Natural habitats for horses include exposure to a varied diet that includes grasses, wild grains, broad leaf plants, herbs, twigs, leaves and even bark; which is a little different from the normal stabled horse hay and grain diet, isn't it? Not only is their natural diet d...ifferent to one in a domestic situation, but they should have exposure throughout the day, not just when we feed them or when they’re put to pasture. Horses teeth can form sharp hooks, which can be painful, especially when a bit is placed in their mouth. Not only can they become sharp, the teeth can wear unevenly, which can lead to the mouth not closing properly. These issues, and more, can be solved by a proper dental program by a professional equine dentist, like me! Contact me to book in!
12.01.2022 There seems to be a common misconception that horses need to be heavily sedated and in a crush to have their teeth done. This is not true, in fact my goal is to keep the horse as comfortable and calm in a neutral location to ensure they feel as safe as possible. DM me today or text/call 0420755622 to book. ... _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #southaustralia
12.01.2022 Routine dental care is essential to your horse's health Why? - We have modified the horse's diet and eating patterns through domestication and confinement. ... - We demand more from our performance horses. - We start our horses at a younger age than ever before. - We often select breeding animals without regard to dental considerations. When was the last time your horse saw a dentist? _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry See more
11.01.2022 Big or small (or huge like these guys) I’ve got you covered! Any age, any size, any breed, throughout South Australia. _... #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry See more
11.01.2022 DATE CHANGE! Due to the lack of ferries heading over the Kangaroo Island at the moment, I have had to change the dates of my KI visit. I will now be on Kangaroo Island on the 10th and 11th of October to service all of your equine dentistry needs. ... Please DM me or call/text 0420 755 622 to book! _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry See more
09.01.2022 Love how Matt talked us through everything he was doing and was very informative about when and why to get my horses done again. Already rebooked, love his work. 100% recommend! - Tiff Moore ... Horse Owner #mlequineperformance #equinedentist See more
09.01.2022 Did you know that I am a graduate of The American School of Equine Dentistry and I have over 15 years of Equine Industry experience under my belt! Make sure your horse's dental health is in the hands of a real professional like me. DM me call/text 0420 755 622 today to enquire!... _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry #performancehorse See more
08.01.2022 ML Performance Equine Dentistry = $80/horse Proper dental care has many rewards! Your horse will be more comfortable, will utilise feed more efficiently, may perform better, and may even live longer.... DM me today or text/call 0420755622 to book. _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #southaustralia See more
08.01.2022 Lock it in Yorke Peninsula! Heading over at the end of the month, May 28th-30th Message me asap to secure your spot
08.01.2022 What's going on inside my four legged client's mouth.....? He has a slight overbite, which is not always a directly heritable condition. What it does mean, is that from a young age one growth plate in the jaw has grown faster or slower than the other. Like a domino effect, this relates further to the back of the mouth - the molars will not line up, therefore the lower last molars (# 11s) will not have part of the opposing tooth to wear against and result in hooks. Likewis...e on the top with the front molars (# 6s), causing a similar problem. This condition blocks the forward back movement of the jaw and you may find it translating to other behaviours, such as poking out their nose, reefing the reins, or even go past contact completely to evade the discomfort, ie mouth opening. Just another reason I strongly recommend 6 monthly dental visits!
07.01.2022 Heading to the Barossa on Saturday and I have a few spaces left. Please share DM me to book in!
06.01.2022 Had a great time the other day working alongside the vets. We removed 2 blind wolf teeth! Blinds means they have not erupted through the gum and never will. This is usually because they are angled forwards. ... I personally believe these are worse than "normal " wolf teeth as they usually sit further forwards, meaning they are even more in the way of the bit than normal. They are also unused out of the socket but with a layer of gum over them, causing more iratation and discomfort for the horse. These ones had to go! _ #mlperformancedentistry #mlperformance #equinedentist #wolfteeth #wolfteethextraction
06.01.2022 Had this beautiful gental giant in for a few weeks now. He has just turned 3 so we are very gently breaking him in. Just hacking in the walk and a little trot. ...He is generally very quiet and kind. He is a big boy he is already standing at around 16.2 un measured. He still has growing to do. He is papered, branded and well Breed. Would make a great riden or carriage horse. Good home is a must. A still at $8500 ono See more
04.01.2022 The horse's mouth is often an area that is overlooked. Teeth are not easily visible and are hidden away, unlike things like hooves. When was the last time you looked inside your horse’s mouth? ... Do you know if their teeth are sharp? Is their jaw straight? Are their gums clear? _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry
04.01.2022 Does your horse have to regularly keep seeing a body therapist? Did you know a unbalanced bite line could be the underlying issue. . . .... . . . . . . #MLPerformanceEquine #Equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #horse #pony #dressage #showjumping #eventing #polo See more
02.01.2022 This image is of a 20 year old TB who had not had his teeth worked on in a very long time. The horse has a diagonal bite which is off set to the right. This tells me that the left side of the mouth is more problematic - this could be causing not only mouth discomfort to the horse but also general stiffness through the left side of the horse as a whole. ... Worried about your horses mouth? DM me to chat! _ #mlperformance #equinedentist #teeth #horseteeth See more
02.01.2022 Thank you, Michael! _ #mlperformanceequine #equinedentist #equinedentistry #testimonial
02.01.2022 Did you know that I travel all over South Australia as an Equine Dentist? Do you live rurally? Do you struggle to get an equine dentist to your horse due to your location? DM me and let's organise a trip to your area! ... _ _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #southaustralia See more
02.01.2022 Dont forget the kids ponies and minis need their teeth done too. It not "only a pony"
01.01.2022 Have you ever wondered how your horse manages to eat his hard feed but leave his medicine at the bottom of his feed bucket? The horse’s tongue is made up of more than a dozen different muscles and is a highly specialised working tool. But when was the last time you actually looked at your horse's tongue? Do you know if they currently have sharp teeth that are cutting into the tongue? Does the tongue have ulcers on it? ... I can check the entirety of your horse's mouth health during our appointments. Book now! _ #mlequineperformance #equinedentist #horsedentist #southaustralia #equestrian #dentist #equinedentistry See more
