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Anesthesia Free Dentistry for Pets Especially Dogs and Cats…Malpractice?

Anesthesia free dentistry (anesthesia-free) in pets particularly in dogs and cats is unfortunately becoming more common.   This is a very timely and important post meant to benefit pet parents, veterinarians and most of all our pets. This case is … Continue reading

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Tooth Discoloration in a Dog Requiring Root Canal Therapy.

This dog belongs to a local law enforcement agency in Atlanta.  The officer astutely noticed the discoloration of the canine tooth.  Any tooth that is discolored intrinsically as this one is should have root canal therapy or be extracted.  The … Continue reading

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Jaw Fracture Repair in a Dog Utilizing Titanium Mesh

This dog had a right mandibular fracture secondary to chronic periodontal disease.  The jaw fractured spontaneously.  It was repaired utilizing a titanium mesh material and an osteoconductive bone putty.  http://www.securos.com/downloads/SI%20VelosityPuttyBrochure5.pdf    Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM Dentistry Courses Interesting … Continue reading

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