# Dentist

Equine dentists ensure horses remain comfortable and healthy by managing dental issues such as sharp points, overgrowth, and oral pain. Regular dental care supports better feeding, riding comfort, and overall well-being.

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## 🪥 What Does a Dentist Do?

Certified equine dentists are responsible for:

* Checking and floating horse teeth
* Correcting sharp edges, hooks, or malocclusions
* Applying fillings or minor treatments
* Assisting in long-term oral care and comfort

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## 🏫 Becoming a Dentist

To become certified:

1. Attend dentistry classes at **Harpbury University**
2. Pass the **Dental Certification Exam**
3. Submit a formal **application for staff approval**
4. Upon acceptance, gain access to dental tools and actions

> 📝 You must apply after passing the exam — it's not automatic.

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## 🧰 Tools & Equipment

| Item              | Cost | Description                                                  |
| ----------------- | ---- | ------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Dental Pliers** | $50  | Used to extract damaged or loose teeth (roleplay function)   |
| **Dental Rasp**   | $50  | Smooths sharp points and evens out the chewing surface       |
| **Tooth Filler**  | $50  | Fills cavities or worn areas for tooth structure restoration |

> 💡 Tools can be purchased in `/shop` under the **Dentistry** category.

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## 🧪 How to Perform Dental Care

1. Right-click your horse to open the care menu
2. Navigate to the **Health** tab and then into **Dentist**
3. Choose a tool and apply treatment based on your diagnosis
4. The horse’s oral health may improve over time or after multiple sessions (plugin-dependent)

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## 🧭 Where to Work

Equine dentists operate from the **Dental Suite** at **Harpbury Health Estate**.&#x20;

The suite includes:

* Exam stalls with mouth gags
* Lighting and tool stations
* Soft feed prep areas for post-care diets

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## ⚠️ No Auto-Dentist

There is **no automatic NPC** for dental care. Players must seek a **certified player dentist** to resolve dental issues.
