<\/span><\/h2>\nA dentigerous cyst, or ectopic tooth, in the horse is most commonly attached to the temporal bone and so is also referred to as a temporal teratoma (Mason 1974). Usually associated with a draining tract on the pinna, it is sometimes referred to as an ‘ear tooth’ or ‘aural fistula’.<\/b><\/p>\n<\/span>What are a few signs of serious dental problems in horses?<\/span><\/h2>\nWhat are the signs?<\/b><\/p>\n\n- Halitosis (bad smelling breath)<\/li>\n
- Quidding (dropping partially chewed food particularly over the stable door or around the feed bucket)<\/li>\n
- Reduced appetite\/difficulty eating\/slow eating.<\/li>\n
- Food packing within cheeks.<\/li>\n
- Poorly digested food in droppings.<\/li>\n
- Weight loss.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
<\/span>What are horses front teeth called?<\/span><\/h2>\nTheir teeth are divided into two major sections: the incisors, which are the teeth seen in the front of the horse’s mouth, and the cheek teeth, made up of the premolars and molars. The molars and premolars are lined up tightly against each other, creating the appearance of one chewing surface.<\/b><\/p>\n