Points - What Are They In Equine Dentistry?
Posted by Geoff Tucker on Mon, Jul 06, 2009
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Points are the sharp edges created on the edge of the chewing surface that can create sores (ulcers) on the cheeks as well as the tongue. Removal of this excess hard enamel is the process of floating the horse. The rasp "floats" over the wave like sharp edges until the surface becomes smooth.
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