Episode 164 - Advanced Veterinary Extractions & Dentistry Expert Insights with Dr. Brett Beckman

🔗 Enhance Your Veterinary Dentistry Skills! Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program for specialized training today! https://ivdi.org/inv Explore Dr. Beckman’s courses and resources to deepen your expertise in veterinary dentistry. https://veterinarydentistry.net/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM Welcome to The Vet Dental Show! Join board-certified veterinary dentist Dr. Brett Beckman as he answers critical questions in veterinary dentistry, from advanced extractions to effective nerve blocks and the best dental care practices for pets. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ How to release palatal gingiva for easier closure in extractions (109 & 209) ✔️ Best approach for extracting fractured incisors with missing crowns ✔️ Understanding pulpitis and whether it leads to tooth root abscesses ✔️ Bone loss and furcation involvement in growth abnormalities (208 & 207) ✔️ Safe chew toy recommendations to prevent dental fractures in puppies ✔️ When to extract discolored teeth vs. performing a root canal ✔️ Why bupivacaine is preferred for nerve blocks over other anesthetics Key Takeaways: ✅ Practice makes perfect – Advanced extractions require training and repetition ✅ Avoid hard chew toys – Antlers, rawhides, and bones can lead to dental fractures ✅ Discolored teeth are often dead – They require extraction or root canal treatment ✅ Radiographs are essential – They help assess bone loss and hidden dental issues ✅ Bupivacaine is the go-to – Provides long-lasting pain relief without additives Links & Resources for Veterinary Professionals: Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program ➡️ https://ivdi.org/inv Explore Dr. Beckman’s courses & resources ➡️ https://veterinarydentistry.net/ 📩 Have questions or comments? Drop them below! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more veterinary dentistry insights!