RVT Journal Quiz: Volume 46, Issue 3, Article 1 – Equine Dentistry and the RVT
Name
Name
First
Last
1. What age do canine teeth erupt in horses?
2. Do all horses typically have canine teeth?
3. Is a special x-ray machine required for obtaining dental radiographs in horses?
4. Can the attending veterinarian delegate a dental extraction to the RVT?
5. Carbide files are used to remove sharp points on the canine and wolf teeth.
6. When should an IV catheter be placed?
7. What is a common α2 agonist sedative used for equine dentistry?
8. When sedation is not being used, what method may be used for restraint?
9. What is the minimum number of people required to safely take dental radiographs in horses?
10. What are the characteristics of hypsodont teeth?