Episode 179 - Mastering Difficult Extractions & Avoiding Dental Disasters

Ready to take your veterinary dentistry skills to the next level? Request an invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program: https://ivdi.org/inv Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, DAVDC, FAVD In this episode, Dr. Beckman tackles common challenges in veterinary dentistry, including difficult extractions in small dogs and the dangers of at-home dental cleaning devices. Learn practical techniques and essential knowledge to provide the best possible dental care for your patients. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to approach fractured coronal roots in small dogs (310/410). ✅ A flapless extraction technique for mandibular first molars. ✅ Tips for extracting fractured incisors in cats using minimal equipment. ✅ How to differentiate between bone and root in cases of ankylosis. ✅ The dangers of battery-powered ultrasonic teeth cleaning devices. ✅ Why proper subgingival curettage and root planing are crucial for preventing periodontal disease. Key Takeaways: ✅ Patience is key when extracting difficult teeth; slow, continuous pressure with a luxator can prevent fractures. ✅ Using an 18-gauge needle as a mini-luxator can simplify incisor extractions in cats. ✅ UV penlights may help differentiate between tooth root and bone in ankylosis cases. ✅ At-home ultrasonic dental devices can cause more harm than good due to lack of polishing and potential for tissue damage. ✅ Cleaning alone is insufficient; subgingival curettage and root planing are essential for treating periodontal disease. ✅ Proper training and equipment are crucial for providing effective dental care in general practice. Don't miss out on the opportunity to excel in dental care! Request your invitation now: ivdi.org/inv Questions? Leave a comment below with your questions or experiences related to veterinary dentistry! Keyword Tags: veterinary dentistry, dog teeth extraction, cat teeth extraction, dental cleaning, periodontal disease, ankylosis, root planing, subgingival curettage, veterinary dental practitioner, Brett Beckman, IVDI, dental instruments, feline dentistry, canine dentistry, veterinary education, dental training, dental instruments, loops, magnification, ultrasonic scaler, at-home dental care, veterinary CE, veterinary continuing education