Dentistry

Has the flurry of dental appointments that accompanies Pet Dental Health Month compromised the careful dental care of our patients? Lets take a look at the true meaning of Q in veterinary dentistry.

Help your veterinary clients teach their fanged friends to tolerateand maybe even likehaving their teeth brushed.

Do you know how to help patients with pockets? Get the lowdown on subgingival cleaning, laser gingivectomy and locally applied antimicrobials and sealants.

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The histopathology report from the oral biopsy came back as malignantnow what? Surgery? Radiation? Chemotherapy? Watchful waiting?

With class 1 malocclusions, warns an equine veterinary dentist, you must do a thorough examination of the bone structure before trying to even out a horses teeth.

Bad dog breath. We all know it when we smell it. It practically has its own genre of jokes. Still, many pet owners don't ask their veterinarians about it - and many veterinarians don't broach the issue with their clients. For veterinary patients, that truth can stink.Prevalence of periodontal diseasePeriodontal disease is the No. 1 diagnosed disease in small animals.1 It may also be the most commonly undiagnosed disease in that population.1 Consider that:

Most veterinary clients dont appreciate surprises when it comes to their pets dental proceduresespecially when the revelation is permanent and costs extra. Here are some steps you can take to avoid them in your practice.

This downloadable handout on tooth resorption for your veterinary clients will help remove some of the mystery of this perplexing but common dental condition.

Observing a growth in a dog or cats mouth doesnt have to be an Oh, no! moment. With careful planning, cytology, histopathology and proper surgical margins, removing benign masses carry an excellent prognosis.

Perish the thought that you'd commit any of these errs in a patient's mouth. But just in case, listen in to this webinar and get an hour of CE credit in the process. One hour = healthier smiles for all your patients.

Probably not, but it does reinforce the importance of personal protection equipment in veterinary dentistry, expert says.

Tooth resorption is present in almost all our patients, but how do you classify it, and when do you treat it? Veterinary dentist Dr. Mary Volker has answers.

Our article collections will get you up to speed on these sometimes glossed over topics in veterinary school.

Well, a LOT of pennies for your thoughts. As in, well pay you for the brilliant problem-solving ideas youve come up with within the veterinary world.

Whether its a tip for studying, saving money or just plain ol destressing, we want to hear and share them with fellow students like you!

Dr. Karen Felsted offers a few options to make routine dental care more digestible.

Each Veterinary Medicine Essentials package covers diagnostic steps, treatment plan guidance and the latest updates, plus resources to share with your entire veterinary team and your clients.

Your veterinary client opted for dental treatment at the groomers. Say what?

By nature of the alphabet, we must get through all of the noes in veterinary dentistry before we can reach the yesesbut that doesnt mean you wont feel positively inspired to better your dental practices after reading.

Help your veterinary clients start good dental care habits in puppyhood that carry over into adulthood.

Looking to cut fat and keep healthy chompers in patients? Take a look at a sample offering from companies out there with veterinary-practice-exclusive diets.

You may want to say adios to 2017, but join us for a quick walk back the articles that captured the attention of industry professionals across the country.

On a scale from Just cutting your teeth to Long in the tooth, how would you rate your veterinary dentistry skills and expertise? Regardless of where you land, were willing to bet theres a tip on this list thatll benefit you and your patients.

An oral exam should always be a part of your routine physical exam during puppy and kitten visits. Be on the alert for these specific dental problems in your youngest patients.

Dr. Andy Rollo examines his own debut into veterinary practice to pinpoint areas he wished hed known more about before diving in.

In veterinary medicine, the goal of orthodontic correction isnt a pretty smile but pain-free, functional occlusion.

The tooth is, these products are tip top for the tooth ticklers and dental divas who work hard to preserve pets oral health.

We dont mean for this to be a kick in the teeth, but do you have a social media plan for talking about National Pet Dental Health Month with your veterinary clients? Try out these five tips in February, and then keep the dental education (and income) rolling all year long.

Prioritize saving teeth with veterinary clients with a new acronym for dental work: COPAT.