Neuromuscular Based Equine Dentist
a progressive whole horse practice
Neuromuscular Based Equine Dentist
a progressive whole horse practice
Everything that restricts motion in the jaw, restricts motion in the entire body
There are close direct connections as well as indirect connections between the different structures and systems of the body. What happens in the mouth is influence to superficial and deep myofascial connections within the equine body including the digestive system and organs, the nervous system and the musculoskeletal systems, understanding this can help us to more effectively rehabilitate the whole horse.
“My herd has been calmer and happier!” Jenifer Harwell
WHAT IS NEUROMUSCULAR HORSE DENTISTRY™
Everything that restricts motion in the jaw, restricts motion in the entire body.
Teeth and stomatognathic system are an integral part of the vestibular proprioceptive balancing mechanism. The nervous system and the righting reflexes are highly dependent on sensory information from dental occlusion.
Think about that and all the implications of correct dental occlusion and the horizon for the state of the nervous system and balance.
If the teeth are not in balance to the individual, the TMJ becomes compromised, and compensations in the body begins. When the horses teeth are not in anatomical correct alignment: nerve impulses and transmission of messages to multiple acupuncture points in the body are restricted. These impulses and messages affect for example organ function, the sensory apparatus and proprioception. Thus, anything that restricts motion in the mouth, restricts motion in the entire body.
Neuromuscular based horse dentistry™, is dedicated to restoring inclination by realigning the jaw with ergonomically correct hand-held instruments designed and patented by LaFlure to achieve optimal neuromuscular, proprioceptive and physical function in a horse’s whole body. These precision instruments are more effective for the practitioner and the horse, and also minimize soft tissue damage and discomfort after dentistry. Starting with the incisors, it provides guidance and stability to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), followed by adjustments to the molar table surface to provide anatomically correct inclination. By adjusting the inclination of a horse's dentition, the horse gains a complete and natural movement of its jaw*.
This balances the TMJ and maximizes surface-to-surface contact between teeth, allowing the horse to maintain or regain its full, natural bodily function.
The balance of the jaw impacts the horse, his health and soundness, alignment sees improvement in the horses movement, hoof balance, behavior, metabolism and muscle development.
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ABOUT ANNA
Combining gentleness, ethical standards, and evidence-based approaches with an intuitive understanding, is at the heart of my work. Born and raised in a family of horse lovers, veterinarians and hunter-jumpers, I knew since I was little that horses were going to be part of my life. My focus quickly shifted from riding to training, to hoof care and all aspects of emotional and physical well being, including habitat and ethology.
While working with horses, mules, donkeys and their people in Italy, Hawaii and Arizona, I grew increasingly interested in the whole horse approach and the connections with the mouth. Nothing in the body works alone or can function alone, and a lot begins with how the jaw can or cannot move.
I am current in the NBD program, Spencer La Flure’s school of Neuromuscular Horse Dentistryhttp://www.neuromuscularhorsedentistry.com
and at a level 6 I have attended and successfully completed all six levels at the NBD school and I am working on certification.
I work alongside veterinarians and in collaboration with other professionals involved in the care of the horse. I strongly believe that “A circle of influence“ with like minded professionals working together is a powerful asset for a horse.
Since 2019 I have been a certified as Trust Technique Practitioner and regularly incorporate mindfulness in my practice. Nervous system co-regulation is an essential part of working with horses, as well as teaching horse owners about ethical practices to enhance their horses emotional and physical well being. This includes ethical herd management, herd dynamics, herd integrations, via principles of equine ethology.
Optimizing a holistic approach all around is essential to keep happy & healthy horses head to toe.
I am also the founder of an equine non-profit dedicated to educating the public on equine needs, a certified holistic equine nutritionist, and continually advancing in education specifically in the management of endocrine challenged horses. I currently travel to various states in the south western region. Please reach out to find out if I travel to your state.
Continued Education
Currently working on my equine dentistry certification, I am committed to a never ending learning journey, continually refining my skills by staying current on classes and seminars, so that my clients and their horses can receive the best work. You may request my NBD card to verify my current status within the program.
