1: The Basics
Gerianne Holzman

• Anatomy of the Skull
• Odontogenesis
• Anatomy of the Tooth
• Directional Terminology
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Videos (Dental anatomy, Directional terminology, Tooth numbering): Online only

2: The Examination Room and the Dental Patient
Mary Berg

• Introduction
• The Client Interview
• The Oral Examination: Conscious Patient
• Communicating with Clients
• The Dental Estimate (Treatment Plan)
• WEBSITE ICON Training and Key Terms: Online only

3: Components of the Dental Operatory
Benita Altier

• Components of the Dental Operatory: The Big Picture
• Operatory Functionality
• Dental Delivery Units
• Dental Handpieces
• Summary of Power Equipment
• Dental Tables and Chairs
• Organizing the Dental Operatory
• Personal Protection
• Ergonomics
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figures: Online only

4: Anesthesia and the Dental Patient
Annie Mills

• Introduction
• Anesthesia for the Dental Patient
• Anesthetic Equipment
• Monitoring Anesthesia and Common Complications
• Pain Management in the Dental Patient
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, Video (Operatory final), and Document (Anesthesia cheat sheet): Online only

5: The Dental Cleaning
Julie McMahon

• Introduction
• Common Instrumentation for the Dental Cleaning
• The Dental Record
• The Dental Cleaning Procedure
• Cleaning the Teeth Using the Power Scaler
• Dental Cleaning with Hand Instrumentation
• Polishing
• Recovery
• Home Care
• Equipment and Instrument Care
• WEBSITE ICON 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
Laurel Bird

• Radiography in Veterinary Dentistry
• The Dental X-Ray Unit
• Dental Radiographic Image Media and Capture
• Positioning for Taking Dental Radiographs
• Care and Storage of Images
• Anatomy on the Dental Radiograph5
• Troubleshooting
• Advanced Imaging
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Video (Dental radiograph positioning): Online only

7: Common Dental Conditions and Treatments
Jeanne R. Perrone, Sara Sharp, and Patricia A. March

• Introduction

Periodontal Disease
Jeanne R. Perrone

• What is Periodontal Disease?
• Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease
• Clinical Signs
• Radiographic Signs
• Treatment and Therapies
• In Conclusion
• WEBSITE ICON 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
Sara Sharp

• Anatomy of the Pulp
• Indications for Endodontic Therapy Due to Trauma
• The Endodontic Exam
• The Endodontic Treatment
• In Conclusion
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figures: Online only

Malocclusion
Patricia A. March

• Normal Occlusion
• Types and Treatments of Malocclusions
• Position Statements
• Treatment of Malocclusions
• In Conclusion
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figures: Online only

Jaw Fracture Management
Patricia A. March

• Types of Jaw Fractures and Their Treatment
• Diagnosis of Jaw Fractures
• Jaw Fracture Management
• Jaw Fracture Repair
• Home Care
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, Supplemental Figures and Presentation (Tape muzzle): Online only

Oral Tumors
Patricia A. March

• Benign Oral Tumors and Treatments
• Malignant Oral Tumors and Treatments
• Charting and Preparation of Samples
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figures: Online only

8 Feline Dentistry
Jennifer Crawford and Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey

• Introduction

Gingivostomatitis

Jennifer Crawford

• Symptoms of Gingivostomatitis
• Diagnostics
• Oral Evaluation
• Treatments
• Aftercare
• Summary
• WEBSITE ICON Key Terms and Supplemental Figures: Online only

Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex
Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey

• Causes
• Symptoms
• Diagnostics
• Treatments
• WEBSITE ICON Key Terms and Video (Eosinophilic granuloma complex): Online only

Feline Tooth Resorption
Billie Jean (Jeannie) Losey

• Definition and Symptoms
• Stages of Tooth Resorption
• Diagnostics
• Charting
• Treatment
• WEBSITE ICON Key Terms, Training, Supplemental Figures, and Video (Tooth resorption): Online only

9: Dentistry and the Exotic Patient
Kathy Istace

• Challenges of Exotic Dentistry

Rodent Dentistry

• Caviomorph Rodents (Guinea Pigs, Chinchillas, Degus)
• Murine Rodents (Rats, Mice, Hamsters, Gerbils)
• Oral Examination of Rodents
• Anesthesia and Pain Management
• Common Dental Problems of Rodents
• Dental Instruments
• Husbandry and Home Care
• WEBSITE ICON Supplemental Figures and Video (Pocket pet dentistry for the veterinary technician): Online only

Miscellaneous Small Pets
Hedgehogs

• Sugar Gliders

Rabbit Dentistry

• Oral Anatomy and Dentition of Rabbits
• Oral Examination of Rabbits
• Anesthesia and Pain Management
• Common Dental Problems of Rabbits
• Dental Instruments
• Husbandry and Home Care
• WEBSITE ICON Supplemental Figures: Online only

Ferret Dentistry

• Oral Anatomy and Dentition of Ferrets
• Common Dental Problems of Ferrets
• Dental Instruments
• Husbandry and Home Care
• WEBSITE ICON Supplemental Figures: Online only

Dental Radiography for the Exotic Patient

• Materials and Equipment
• Rodents and Rabbits
• Ferrets
• WEBSITE ICON Supplemental Figures: Online only
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Documents (Dental assessment charts for rabbit, guinea pig, chinchilla, rat, mouse, hamster, and ferret): Online only

10: Discharging the Dental Patient
Patricia Dominguez

• Discharge Instructions: What You Need
• The Importance of Photographs and Radiographs
• Managing Recheck Visits
• Reminders: How Often Should Dental Patients Return?
• WEBSITE ICON Training, Key Terms, and Supplemental Figure: Online only

Appendices

1. Home Oral Health Care Interview Form

2. Canine Dental Chart

3. Feline Dental Chart

4. Dental Procedure Estimate

5. Dental Procedure Release Form

6. Dental Radiograph Template

7. Discharge Take Home Instructions Example

8. Discharge Take Home Pictures: Simple Example

9. Discharge Take Home Pictures: Detailed Example

Index

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 2nd Edition 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

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses includes access to a companion website that provides video clips, review questions, training exercises, forms, and editable glossaries. This book is an essential and invaluable resource for any veterinary technology student, veterinary technician or nurse regularly or occasionally engaged in small animal dental care.

Jeanne R. Perrone, MS, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), is owner and facilitator of VT Dental Training, which provides consulting and dentistry skills training for veterinary staff, and serves as an online adjunct instructor for the Veterinary Technician program in dentistry at St. Petersburg College in St. Petersburg, FL, USA.