The Vet Dental Show

Ep 141- What Are the Best Practices for Diagnosing and Treating Oral Conditions in Veterinary Dentistry?


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Summary

In this episode of the Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman, a board-certified veterinary dentist, addresses essential topics in veterinary dentistry, ranging from the best labs for histopathology to efficient in-house procedures and patient care. Dr. Beckman also delves into the importance of understanding the differences in oral inflammation, particularly in cases of feline gingivostomatitis, and the role of board-certified veterinary dentists in handling complex cases. This episode is packed with actionable insights that veterinary professionals can implement immediately to improve their dentistry services and patient outcomes.

Guest, Cast, and Crew Information
  • Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist

  • Sponsor: Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program

Main Talking Points
  1. Introduction: Overview of the episode and introduction to today's topics.

  2. Histopathology Lab Recommendations: Dr. Beckman recommends Dr. Cindy Bell's lab for oral pathology cases.

  3. Product Sales in Clinics: Discussion on selling products like Healthy Mouth in the clinic and how to encourage client compliance.

  4. Anesthesia and Catheter Placement: Tips on shifting paradigms in veterinary practices to improve efficiency and patient care.

  5. Understanding Oral Inflammation: Clarifying the difference between general stomatitis and feline gingivostomatitis in cats.

  6. Biopsy Recommendations: When and why to biopsy cases of oral inflammation, with a focus on differentiating serious conditions like squamous cell carcinoma.

  7. Importance of Board-Certified Dentists: Why referring complex cases to board-certified veterinary dentists is crucial for patient outcomes.

  8. Closing Remarks: Encouragement to implement the actionable items discussed in the episode to enhance your veterinary dentistry practice.

Interesting Quotes
  • "Dr. Cindy Bell is the most experienced and thorough pathologist for oral pathology in dogs and cats. There's nobody like her in the world."

  • "Understanding the difference between general stomatitis and feline gingivostomatitis is crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment."

  • "When it comes to complex oral surgeries, always refer to a board-certified veterinary dentist—they are the best trained for these procedures."

Timestamps
  • 00:00 - 00:30: Introduction and overview of topics

  • 00:31 - 02:30: Recommendations for histopathology labs specialising in oral pathology

  • 02:31 - 04:30: Selling products like Healthy Mouth in the clinic and ensuring client compliance

  • 04:31 - 06:00: Discussion on anesthesia protocols and catheter placement efficiency

  • 06:01 - 08:00: Differentiating between stomatitis and feline gingivostomatitis

  • 08:01 - 10:00: Biopsy recommendations for oral inflammation cases

  • 10:01 - 12:00: Importance of referring to board-certified veterinary dentists for complex oral surgeries

  • 12:01 - 13:00: Closing remarks and actionable takeaways

 

For more information about the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program, visit IVDI.org/INV and request an invitation.

(Veterinary dentistry, oral pathology, feline gingivostomatitis, veterinary dental techniques, Dr. Brett Beckman, board-certified veterinary dentist, veterinary histopathology, complex oral surgery, veterinary anaesthesia protocols)

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Affiliate & Sponsor Links
  • IVDI.org/INV - Submit your request for an invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program.

 

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