Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly scale and polish teethMarch 17, 2024This month's column features hand instrumentation and proper polishing that should occur after every dental scaling.
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Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly clean teethFebruary 20, 2024Though ultrasonic scalers are very helpful tools, you will also need to have hand scalers and curettes in your armamentarium.
Treating periodontitis, gingivitis target of clinical trialFebruary 18, 2024The Topikos Biofilm Research Institute (TBRI) has reported an advancement in the treatment of periodontitis resulting from a five-year laboratory study and a clinical trial of over 100 dogs
Fixing salivary mucoceles in dogs and catsFebruary 16, 2024Surgical treatment offers a reliable, permanent solution for our patients. As with many conditions, successful outcome relies on accurate diagnosis, knowledge of relevant anatomy, and managing client expectations.
Gleaning pearls of (dental) wisdom from a mentor-peerFebruary 15, 2024This National Pet Dental Health Month, a mentor with decades-long experience shares learnings and insights in general practice
Puppy regrows jaw after mandibulectomyFebruary 5, 2024Tyson, a three-month-old French bulldog, had its lower left mandible removed at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine due to a malignant oral tumor
A guide to rabbit and rodent dentistryFebruary 2, 2024Treatment of dental disease in rabbits and herbivorous rodents commonly requires repeated dental trimming, often for the remainder of the patient’s life. Additional complications, such as dental abscessation, are common in certain species.
Talking clients into prioritizing pet dental healthFebruary 1, 2024Explaining what goes on in an initial examination and then taking the time to discuss necessary next steps could help you advocate for your patients’ dental health.
Fixing a case of mandibular osteomyelitisJanuary 4, 2024This month's 'Dental Pearls' column covers a case where a concerning swelling of the mandible turns out to have a good prognosis, but due to a different etiology.
Big isn't always bad when dealing with oral tumorsDecember 23, 2023This case is a good reminder not all large masses are malignant. Clinical and radiographic information obtained intraoperatively can help in decision making of whether to pursue an incisional vs. excisional biopsy.
