Dentistry

Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician

This is an introductory, step-by-step guide that addresses the delicate mechanics of dentistry, the patient's needs, and the client's education. Covered are:

* Basic oral and dental anatomy

* Maintaining dental equipment and supplies

* Taking diagnostic X rays

* In-depth discussion of periodontal disease, including gingeval hyperplasia, feline stomatitis, and feline resorptive lesions

* Performing the dental prophy and creating dental charts

* Safe administration of anesthesia and postsurgical support

* Reviews of extractions, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and restorative dentistry that aid the technician in understanding what is being done and how to assist

* Client education, including handouts explaining periodontal disease, dental proceedures, and postdental care for their pets.

More than 100 figures illustrate dental anatomy and procedures. Also included are appendices on related books, veterinary dental associations, dental abbreviations of the American Veterinary Dental College, guidelines on what dental care the technician is qualified to perform, and a list of dental suppliers.

Veterinary Dentistry: Principles and Practice

Veterinary Dentistry is an outstanding new resource, dsigned to give you the most comprehensive and practical approach too the subject. In fact, this is the only book that delves beneath facts and procedures to explain why particular dental problems occur in animals, as well as the basic biological and physiological foundations behind treatments widely used in veterinary dentistry today.

In addition, Veterinary Dentistry provides step-by-step instruction on clinical procedures and invaluable information on clinical procedures and invaluable information on equipment, instruments, and techniques. The book is richly illustrated with over 200 photographs, tables, and drawings that clarify concepts. Also covered is dental and oral disease in both small and large animals and a special chapter is included on the dental management of exotic animals.

Offering the perfect balance between socialistic principles and clinical applications, this book is essential for anyone practicing or Studying veterinary dentistry.

Small Animal Dentistry, A manual of techniques

Dentistry is a relatively new and expanding area for vets. For many years it has been overlooked or inadequately taught at veterinary colleges, leaving students and vets with little or no training in this discipline. Now the interest in this area has increased and dentistry has become an important part of everyday veterinary practice. Designed to be a 'how-to-do' book, this practical manual guides the reader through all the routine dentistry procedures carried out in general practices. With over 350 colour pictures and special sections on practical tips and trouble-shooting, Small Animal Dentistry is an essential easy-access reference tool for veterinary students and veterinary practitioners alike

Dentistry is a relatively new and expanding area for vets. For many years it has been overlooked or inadequately taught at veterinary colleges, leaving students and vets with little or no training in this discipline. Now the interest in this area has increased and dentistry has become an important part of everyday veterinary practice. Designed to be a 'how-to-do' book, this practical manual guides the reader through all the routine dentistry procedures carried out in general practices. With over 350 colour pictures and special sections on practical tips and trouble-shooting, Small Animal Dentistry is an essential easy-access reference tool for veterinary students and veterinary practitioners alike.

Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion Small Animal Dentistry

This unique manual is the ideal clinical reference for practicing veterinarians, a quick reference for students on rotations, and a supplemental or core text for related classes in the DVM program. In a user-friendly format true to the popular Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult series, coverage includes a wide spectrum of small animal oral and dental diseases, ranging from conditions of abnormal development, periodontal and endodontic diseases to tumors and traumatic injuries. Additional features include a collection of client handouts and sections devoted to feline-specific conditions and basic treatment of exotic pets. Introductory chapters cover diagnostics and dental techniques. With over 200 photographs and full-color throughout, this quick reference is a must-have for all small animal veterinarians and veterinarians in training.

This unique manual is the ideal clinical reference for practicing veterinarians, a quick reference for students on rotations, and a supplemental or core text for related classes in the DVM program. In a user-friendly format true to the popular Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult series, coverage includes a wide spectrum of small animal oral and dental diseases, ranging from conditions of abnormal development, periodontal and endodontic diseases to tumors and traumatic injuries. Additional features include a collection of client handouts and sections devoted to feline-specific conditions and basic treatment of exotic pets. Introductory chapters cover diagnostics and dental techniques. With over 200 photographs and full-color throughout, this quick reference is a must-have for all small animal veterinarians and veterinarians in training.

Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials and Techniques: A Primer

If you're a veterinarian in practice and you're interested in increasing your ability to deliver dental treatment to your patients, you will find the information in Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials, and Techniques: A Primer invaluable. The author has gone back to basics to fill in the gap between limited and advanced veterinary dental services. This book will show you how to establish an efficient dental operatory and perform many of the day-to-day techniques required to raise your level of dental services.

The goal of this book is to educate veterinarians and veterinary technicians on the philosophy and means of integrating dental health practices into the everyday life of their patients. The author also explains how to choose dental equipment and materials as well as how to perform basic and intermediate dental procedures based on examination finding. Coverage includes the materials, equipment, and techniques that veterinarians have found most valuable in the practice of veterinary dentistry.

Equine Dentistry: A Practical Guide

Designed for the practitioner in the field or the clinic, this quick reference manual provides medical and surgical guidance in a practical, concise manner. Procedural in its approach, this text contains many tables, charts and lists, and step-by-step procedures, diagnostic evaluation, and medical and surgical management of all dental problems in the horse.

Veterinary Dentistry for the Technician and Office Staff

Veterinary Dentistry covers all aspects of dentistry with emphasis on procedures and the technician's role. Progressing from simple to complex topics, the book presents dental procedures first, with chapters on oral examinations, instruments, safety, and anesthesia, then progresses to procedures such as endodontics. The book concludes with two interesting chapters on marketing veterinary dentistry and commonly asked client questions, replete with acceptable technician responses.

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Dentistry

Under the guidance of the new editorial team, this new edition has been completely revised and updated. The book has been refocused solely to cats and dogs and reorganized, while retaining the practical approach.

The first section covers anatomy and physiology of the oral cavity, diagnostic techniques, anaesthesia and analgesia, and dental instrumentation and equipment. There is also a separate chapter dedicated to operator health and safety considerations. The remainder of the manual focuses on conditions encountered in small animal practice, including developmental abormalities, fractures and attrition. Inflammatory and infectious disease - stomatitis and periodontitis - are discussed in detail for both cats and dogs. A chapter on surgery details extraction procedures.

The manual is illustrated throughout with full-colour photographs as well as retaining the clear procedural diagrams drawn by editor David Crossley.

Self Assessment Colour Review of Veterinary Dentistry

Dentistry is among the fastest growing areas of small animal practice. In this colour review a group of world-renowned experts provide systematic coverage of the subject as randomised self-assessment case presentations in the form of integrated questions, superb illustrations - colour photos, imaging diagrams and tables - and detailed explanatory answers. The book is designed to appeal to veterinary students preparing for exams, and to veterinary practitioners in their continuing professional development.

Veterinary Dentistry for the General Practitioner

This practical clinical manual provides everything the veterinary practitioner needs to know about small animal dental disease commonly seen in practice. Coverage includes diagnostic techniques, step-by-step procedure guidelines, and practical tips.

• Concentrates on the most commonly encountered dental problems in small animal practice
• The author is a world authority on small animal dentistry and provides practical tips and unique insights on best practice
• Color photographs and high-quality illustrations make this an essential consulting room companion
• Highlights risks associated with various procedures
• Includes details of how to manage complications
• Includes the common diseases in the dog and cat, but also deals with dental disorders in lagomorphs and rodents, as these are becoming increasingly popular as pets