Veterinary Medicine

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An unusual presentation results in an unusual diagnosis.

Just Ask the Expert: Dr. Daniel T. Carmichael

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Q. I have a feline patient with an upper right canine fractured at the gumline. The cat's owner cannot afford surgery. Is there anything I can do to help keep this patient comfortable?

Periodontal disease in the horse

DVM NEWSMAGAZINE

Up to 34 percent of horses of all ages experience some level of periodontal disease, but up to 60 percent of horses 13 years of age or older suffer from severe periodontal disease.

An unusual gingival lesion: the resolution

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Root-canal therapy was chosen to avoid surgery on the patient mentioned in the first two parts of this series. While root canal is very successful, not all cases respond. Additional therapy may be required.

Visualizing the bisecting angle technique

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Dr. Niemiec illustrates how to obtain dental radiographs using the correct bisecting angle.

How to avoid errors of vertical angulation

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Dr. Niemiec demonstrates how to avoid errors of vertical angulation when taking dental radiographs.

Radiographing the maxillary canines in dogs (1:55)

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Dr. Niemiec demonstrates the right positioning for obtaining dental radiographs of the maxillary canines.

What dental procedures do you recommend for kittens during their first year? (3:05)

Dr. Niemiec discusses general dental care in kittens.

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Dr. Niemiec discusses general dental care in kittens.

Managing oral tumors (Proceedings)

CVC PROCEEDINGS

Oral tumors account for approximately 6% of all malignant tumors in dogs with malignant cancer of the mouth and pharynx occurring 2.6 times more frequently in dogs than cats.

Managing jaw fractures (Proceedings)

CVC PROCEEDINGS

The diagnosis and treatment of oral trauma includes the management of jaw fractures and the management of temporomandibular luxations.

Managing fractured and worn teeth (Proceedings)

CVC PROCEEDINGS

A variety of dental lesions can occur as a result of chronic wear or acute trauma including severe dental attrition, fractured teeth, subluxated teeth, avulsed teeth and jaw fractures.

Pain management in oral surgery (Proceedings)

CVC PROCEEDINGS

The utilization of regional nerve blocks for oral surgery in dogs and cats is synonymous with quality patient care.

Successful Dental Homecare - 2009 Convention Issue (Sponsored by NAVTA)

Managing the Fractured Tooth

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Equine Dental Equilibration Concepts

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Filling the Void: Bone Augmentation Basics (Sponsored by J. Morita USA & Kisco))

Building Your Feline Dentistry Practice (Sponsored by IDEXX)

Companion Animal Dentistry 101 (Sponsored by Merial)
March 15 - December 13

Companion Animal Dentistry 102 (Sponsored by Merial)
March 15 - December 13

Normal vs. Abnormal Findings in the Oral Cavity (sponsored by Shipp's Dental & Specialty Prodcuts and Virbac Animal Health)
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Client education and compliance

Do not neglect dental care: Talk to clients about brushing their pets teeth.

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Clients need to brush their pets teeth to prevent dental disease and other illnesses.

Dentistry: Something to smile about

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Pet dental health campaign offers free client-education kits and a chance to win a chunk of change.

Dental disease handout

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Download a free client handout that explains?and pictures?the four stages of dental disease.

Talking teeth with timid clients

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Chew on this advice for improving dental compliance.

Offer clients free dental kits

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Clients and patients win big when they undergo dental cleanings at Animal Hospital of Seminole in Seminole, Fla.