Equine Dentition
Equine Dentition
Type of Tooth | Number (Upper/Lower) | Age (Years) at Eruption | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
Incisors | 6/6 | 2.5 to 4.5 | Grasping and cutting |
Canines | 2/2 | 4 to 5 | — |
Premolars | 6 to 8/6 | 2.5 to 4 (wolf teeth at 6 months) | Grinding (wolf teeth nonfunctional) |
Molars | 6/6 | 1 to 4 | Grinding |