Why Oral Health Could Be the Missing Link in Cattle health and Welfare

When we started developing the UK’s first dedicated bovine dental health product, most vets told us the same thing:“Dental issues are a problem… but nobody’s addressing it.”

That’s exactly what we’re here to change.

The Overlooked Problem in Herd Health

On most farms, conversations about animal health revolve around lameness, mastitis, and fertility. These are critical issues—but they’re not the whole picture.

Oral health rarely gets a mention. Yet dental disease can have a direct and measurable impact on:

• Feed intake – Painful teeth reduce chewing efficiency.

• Weight gain – Poor feed conversion means slower growth.

• Overall productivity – Lower performance affects profitability and sustainability.

Ignoring oral health doesn’t just affect welfare, it affects the bottom line.

Why Oral Health Matters for Sustainability

Global changes in cattle production mean efficiency is more important than ever. Every kilogram of feed wasted due to poor chewing is a missed opportunity for:

• Better growth rates

• Lower greenhouse gas emissions per unit of output

• Improved animal welfare standards

Dental health isn’t just a welfare issue, it’s a sustainability issue.

Our Mission at Ovation Agriculture

At Ovation Agriculture, we’re committed to building a new standard in herd health, starting with the mouth.

We’ve developed the UK’s first dedicated bovine dental health product to help farmers and vets:

• Prevent dental disease before it starts

• Treat issues effectively when they arise

• Improve overall herd performance and welfare

Over the coming months, we’ll share research, case studies, and field experience to help you make oral health part of your herd management strategy.