Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 2nd Edition
By Jeanne R. Perrone
Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses 2nd Edition PDF brings together all aspects of canine, feline, and exotic animal dentistry for veterinary technicians and nurses. Offering complete coverage of all aspects of dental treatment for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, the book describes techniques for veterinary technicians providing dental care. The new edition includes brand new information on digital radiology, plus updates to current protocols and improved images throughout the book.
The chapters contained within include in-depth coverage of all stages of small animal dental care, including:
Anesthesia
Radiology
Dental cleaning
Common diseases and treatment
Equipment needs and maintenance
Exotic dentistry
Table of Contents
Contributors xii
Foreword by Judy Ozier xiii
Foreword from Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians xv
Preface xvi
Acknowledgments xvii
1: The Basics 1 Gerianne Holzman
Anatomy of the Skull 2
Odontogenesis 10
Anatomy of the Tooth 13
Directional Terminology 16
Training, Key Terms, and Videos (Dental anatomy, Directional terminology, Tooth numbering): Online only
2: The Examination Room and the Dental Patient 21 Mary Berg
Introduction 22
The Client Interview 22
The Oral Examination: Conscious Patient 23
Communicating with Clients 25
The Dental Estimate (Treatment Plan) 26
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3: Components of the Dental Operatory 29 Benita Altier
Components of the Dental Operatory: The Big Picture 30
Operatory Functionality 30
Dental Delivery Units 31
Dental Handpieces 36
Summary of Power Equipment 41
Dental Tables and Chairs 41
Organizing the Dental Operatory 44
Personal Protection 44
Ergonomics 47
Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figures: Online only
4: Anesthesia and the Dental Patient 51 Annie Mills
Introduction 52
Anesthesia for the Dental Patient 52
Anesthetic Equipment 53
Monitoring Anesthesia and Common Complications 56
Pain Management in the Dental Patient 60
Training, Key Terms, Video (Operatory final), and Document (Anesthesia cheat sheet): Online only
5: The Dental Cleaning 65 Julie McMahon
Introduction 66
Common Instrumentation for the Dental Cleaning 67
The Dental Record 69
The Dental Cleaning Procedure 73
Cleaning the Teeth Using the Power Scaler 81
Dental Cleaning with Hand Instrumentation 82
Polishing 84
Recovery 86
Home Care 86
Equipment and Instrument Care 89
Training, Key Terms, Supplemental Figures, Videos (Basics of the dental cleaning), Presentation (Skillbuilder for basics of the dental cleaning), and Documents (Brushing the teeth and Developing a home dental health care plan): Online only
6: Dental Radiology 93 Laurel Bird
Radiography in Veterinary Dentistry 94
The Dental X-Ray Unit 94
Dental Radiographic Image Media and Capture 97
Positioning for Taking Dental Radiographs 107
Care and Storage of Images 123
Anatomy on the Dental Radiograph 124
Troubleshooting 127
Advanced Imaging 129
Training, Key Terms, and Video (Dental radiograph positioning): Online only
7: Common Dental Conditions and Treatments 131 Jeanne R. Perrone, Sara Sharp, and Patricia A. March
Introduction 132
Periodontal Disease 132 Jeanne R. Perrone
What is Periodontal Disease? 132
Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease 132
Clinical Signs 134
Radiographic Signs 134
Treatment and Therapies 137
In Conclusion 141
Training, Key Terms, Supplemental Figures, Presentations (Stages of periodontal disease, Flap procedures, Dental extractions, Oronasal fistula), and Videos (Periodontal hand instrumentation, Extraction instrumentation): Online only
Endodontic Disease 141 Sara Sharp
Anatomy of the Pulp 141
Indications for Endodontic Therapy Due to Trauma 142
The Endodontic Exam 142
The Endodontic Treatment 143
In Conclusion 149
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Malocclusion 150 Patricia A. March
Normal Occlusion 150
Types and Treatments of Malocclusions 151
Position Statements 153
Treatment of Malocclusions 153
In Conclusion 156
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Jaw Fracture Management 156 Patricia A. March
Types of Jaw Fractures and Their Treatment 156
Diagnosis of Jaw Fractures 157
Jaw Fracture Management 157
Jaw Fracture Repair 158
Home Care 160
Training, Key Terms, Supplemental Figures and Presentation (Tape muzzle): Online only
Oral Tumors 160 Patricia A. March
Benign Oral Tumors and Treatments 162
Malignant Oral Tumors and Treatments 164
Charting and Preparation of Samples 166
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8: Feline Dentistry 169 Jennifer Crawford and Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey
Introduction 170
Gingivostomatitis 170 Jennifer Crawford
Symptoms of Gingivostomatitis 171
Diagnostics 173
Oral Evaluation 173
Treatments 174
Aftercare 176
Summary 177
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Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex 177 Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey
Causes 178
Symptoms 178
Diagnostics 178
Treatments 179
Key Terms and Video (Eosinophilic granuloma complex): Online only
Feline Tooth Resorption 180 Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey
Definition and Symptoms 180
Stages of Tooth Resorption 182
Diagnostics 184
Charting 185
Treatment 185
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9: Dentistry and the Exotic Patient 187 Kathy Istace