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Equine Oral Dental Extraction Techniques – A 2-Day Practical Boutique Course (max. 24 vets)

Fri, 10 October, 2025 - Sat, 11 October, 2025

Species

Equine

Contact Hours

15 Hours - RACE Approved

Early Booking Deadline

Sun, 31 August, 2025

Registration Deadline

Fri, 12 September, 2025

Language

English

Sponsors
Discipline

Dentistry

Diagnostic Imaging

Surgery

Industry Partners

Global
North America

Veterinary Partners

Global
North America


COURSE DESCRIPTION

Oral extraction techniques have been shown to cause much fewer post-interventional complications in horses compared to surgical extraction techniques.  Performing oral dental extractions should however not be taken lightly as complications like dental fractures, retained root tips, collateral damage etc. can easily occur and require in-depth anatomical knowledge, good technical skills and clinical versatility to resolve.  This 2-day highly practical boutique course (max. 24 attendees) is aimed at practitioners with a good working knowledge in equine dentistry who want to learn about various oral dental extraction techniques, how to apply them clinically and managing arising complications.  The panel of internationally renowned specialists will be sharing technical tips and tricks and pearls of wisdom that they have accumulated over the many years of working in equine dental practice.

Between both afternoons the 7 hours of practical sessions will provide an intimate environment for attendees to develop their practical skills on equine specimens in true small groups (2-3 vets per specimen) at the following stations:

  • Oral Examination & Endoscopy
  • Diagnostic Imaging – Radiography etc.
  • Local Anesthetic Techniques (incl. TMJ)
  • Incisor & Canine Extractions      
  • Oral Extraction Techniques for Cheek Teeth I     
  • Oral Extraction Techniques for Cheek Teeth II

The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, extensive course notes and a certificate of attendance. Attendees can choose to only attend the lectures (= Lectures Only) on this course or can register for the entire course (= Lectures & Practical Sessions).  On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine and cheese reception. Early course registration is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available.

Dr. Limone earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, and her veterinary medical degree from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Following graduation from veterinary school, she completed an internship in medicine and surgery at New England Equine Medical and Surgical Center in Dover, NH. She then joined a mixed practice in Connecticut that focused on advanced dentistry, and her interest was sparked.

A Massachusetts native, Dr. Limone returned home and has been a general equine practitioner on the north shore and southern New Hampshire since 2009. Her caseload and interest has become increasingly focused on dentistry over that time, and she began working on a fellowship in equine dentistry with the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry (AVD) in 2010. There are currently only 6 veterinarians worldwide who have accomplished this level of professional achievement. In 2014, the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) established a formal equine dentistry residency program for specialty board certification.  Dr. Limone transitioned from working towards the fellowship to pursuing requirements for the residency program with the goal being to attain board certification (equine veterinary dentist) in the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC).  In 2018 Dr. Limone completed the residency program, fulfilling caseload and publication requirements, as well as passing both written and practical exams to become a diplomate of the AVDC for equine specialty.

Dr. Limone is a member of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), the veterinary profession's premier organization for the scientific advancement of equine veterinary medicine and professional support. She also serves on the Welfare and Public Policy Advisory Committee for AAEP. Dr. Limone is an active member of the Massachusetts Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA), serving as Treasurer in 2018 and also serves on their Legislative Committee. She is a member of the American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS) which promotes and advances veterinary dentistry in general and is currently expanding to establish equine dentistry as a recognized practice specialty. Dr. Limone regularly attends continuing education events focusing on this rapidly advancing facet of veterinary medicine. Dr. Limone also enjoys volunteering with spay/neuter surgeries for the MSPCA at Nevins Farm.

Dr. Limone holds licenses to practice veterinary medicine in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, Maine, and Florida.  

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Dr. Brad Tanner found his passion for horses at a young age on his family’s farm in Kentucky. He obtained a bachelor’s degree in Animal Science from the University of Kentucky in 2001, followed by veterinary school at Auburn University, graduating in 2005.   After graduation Brad completed an ambulatory internship at Rood and Riddle, the following year became an associate and served as the resident veterinarian for Shadwell farm.  Dr. Tanner became a shareholder in the practice in 2012. He is one of very few Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist™ and a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College.

His ambulatory practice is largely focused on dentistry, Thoroughbred reproduction, neonatal/ foal medicine and herd health.  Dr. Tanner has a large referral case load for advanced dentistry and surgical procedures with an interest in sinus disease.  He serves on many committees in organized medicine for the AVMA, AAEP, KAEP and College of Veterinary Dentistry. Dr. Tanner is published in both the areas of reproduction and dentistry and frequently lectures at local, national and international scientific meetings.

He is married with two sons and enjoys spending time outside on their farm in Versailles and raising Thoroughbred foals.  Away from the farm he enjoys coaching youth baseball/ basketball and attending live sporting events-UK sports, horse racing and baseball games.

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Venue

Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, Snohomish, near Seattle, WA

CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC


Pilchuck Equine Veterinary Hospital
11308 92nd St SE
Snohomish
WA 98290

Phone: 360-568-3111

Website: www.pilchuckvet.com

DIRECTIONS


From I-405 Northbound: Take Exit 23, Hwy 522 East, toward Monroe. Go 3 miles, exit to Hwy 9 toward Snohomish/Arlington. Go north on Hwy 9 approximately 10 miles. Take the Snohomish exit immediately after the Snohomish River bridge. Turn right at the end of the exit onto 2nd Street. Continue straight through 4 lights. Go past the clinic and turn right onto 115th Avenue SE and take the first driveway on the right.

From I-5 at Everett: Take Exit 194, Hwy 2 East, toward Snohomish. Go approximately 8 miles. Take the 88th Street SE exit. At the end of the exit ramp, turn right, go 0.3 miles downhill and then left onto 115th Avenue SE where the road curves. Take the first driveway on the right.

From Hwy 2/Monroe: Take the 88th St. SE exit. At the end of the exit ramp, turn left, go 0.3 miles downhill and then left onto 115th Avenue SE where the road curves. Take the first driveway on the right.

 

NEARBY AIRPORTS


International airports

38 miles: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport - Seattle, WA
39 miles: King County International Airport - Seattle, WA
73 miles: Bellingham International Airport - Bellingham, WA

Domestic airports

30 miles: Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base - Seattle, WA
82 miles: Westsound/WSX Seaplane Base - Orcas, WA
84 miles: Friday Harbor Seaplane Base - San Juan Island, WA
94 miles: Roche Harbor Seaplane Base - Roche Harbor, WA

 

NEARBY HOTELS

Snohomish Inn 
323 2nd St
Snohomish, WA 98290 
Tel: +1 360-568-2208 

Web: www.snohomishinn.com

0.5 miles

From $120

Best Western Cascadia Inn
2800 Pacific Ave
Everett, WA 98201
Tel: +1 425-258-4141

Web: www.book.bestwestern.com

6.6 miles

From $122

Guest House Inn & Suites Monroe 
19103 State Route 2
Monroe, WA 98272. 
Tel: +1 360-863-1900 

Web: www.hotelinmonroewa.com

6.7 miles

From $140

Quality Inn & Suites Everett 
101 128th St SE 
Everett, WA 98208 
Tel: +1 425-609-4550 

Web: www.hoteleverett.com

 9.3 miles

From $100

Delta Hotels by Marriott
3105 Pine Street
Everett, WA 98201
Tel: +1 425-339-2000 

Web: www.marriott.com

9.4 miles

From $109

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Everett 
Gas131 128th Street Southwest
Everett, WA 98204
Tel: +1 425-339-2000

Web: www.ihg.com

9.6 miles

From $122

 

Qualified Vet

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1860.00

USD 1690.00

Lectures Only

USD 940.00

USD 850.00

2nd vet, same clinic

Lectures & Practical Sessions

USD 1770.00

USD 1610.00

Lectures Only

USD 895.00

USD 810.00

Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician

Lectures & Practical Sessions Fully Booked

USD 2980.00

USD 2700.00

Lectures Only

USD 2700.00

USD 2450.00

Intern/Resident/PhD (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 470.00

USD 470.00

Veterinary Student (Requires proof of status)

Lectures Only

USD 190.00

USD 170.00

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