Equine dentist quals

[SEL]

Does AWHD mean anything as regards dentistry qualifications to anyone? I'm trying to work out if someone is actually qualified and those are the only letters I can find. Google not helping. Thx.

 

[Tiddlypom]

I’ve found a/the practitioner. Sounds dodgy as heck, though happy to be proved wrong.

‘Revolutionary neuromuscular equine dentistry’ AWHD

 

[Traks]

I’ve found a/the practitioner. Sounds dodgy as heck, though happy to be proved wrong.

‘Revolutionary neuromuscular equine dentistry’ AWHD

What on earth is that?!

 

[SEL]

I’ve found a/the practitioner. Sounds dodgy as heck, though happy to be proved wrong.

‘Revolutionary neuromuscular equine dentistry’ AWHD

Yup. That's the one.

I'm guessing if no one else has those letters after their name it isn't a "recognised" qualification....

 

[rara007]

Not an expert but not heard of it. I’d stick more mainstream!

 

[Marshpiper]

Google Neil Townsend
He is possibly one of the most respected equine dentists there is….

 

[SEL]

Google Neil Townsend
He is possibly one of the most respected equine dentists there is….

I'm not sure why though? He looks to be properly qualified and not to have random letters after his name

 

[Mari]

EDT = Equine Dental Technician.

 

[meleeka]

I'd stick to someone on this register

British Association of Equine Dental Technicians - MEMBERS

The BAEDT is an organisation for qualified Equine Dental Technicians, promoting their professional training, improving the welfare of horses and the understanding of equine dentistry to the general public

baedt.com

 

[SEL]

I'm aware of the register but my question was if anyone had heard of AWHD as a recognised qualification

Apparently not. Which is what I thought!

 

[MuddyMonster]

I've found this, if any help? It mentions AWHD centre where it looks like they train others.

History

Founded by Spencer Laflure, the Center for Neuromuscular Horse Dentistry is known for it's innovative and science-based dental practices. From the very beginning, its horse-centered philosophy and practices have been focused on making life better for hors

www.neuromuscularhorsedentistry.com

I can't say that website would make me want to swap from my BAEDT, personally.

 

[SEL]

I've found this, if any help? It mentions AWHD centre where it looks like they train others.

History

Founded by Spencer Laflure, the Center for Neuromuscular Horse Dentistry is known for it's innovative and science-based dental practices. From the very beginning, its horse-centered philosophy and practices have been focused on making life better for hors

www.neuromuscularhorsedentistry.com

I can't say that website would make me want to swap from my BAEDT, personally.

Thank you! I realised it wasn't a UK qualification but was trying to work out where it came from.

(Don't switch BTW - I'm asking for a specific reason I can't make public, but absolutely definitely don't switch!)

 

[SEL]

I mean I get that jaws can go out of alignment - my old boy ended up with a wave mouth after a horrible fall in the field - but surely if something quirky is showing up in teeth alignment it's either 1) something elsewhere in the body which needs attention or 2) something genetic which needs vet input.

 

[HorsesRule2009]

They need to be either a Vet or registered to one of the below.
https://baedt.com/members/ - BAEDT or
https://wwaed.org.uk/wwaed-directory/ -
WWAED
Unsure what the letters you've posted are.

 

[Tiddlypom]

Did anyone discover just what AWHD stands for?

 

[NiceChristmasBaubles]

Advanced Whole Horse Dentistry

More Information

 

[EventingMum]

Sounds suspicious with very little information available and also offers foot trimming and farriery. Jack of all trades..................?