Dentistry 2: Periodontics & Feline Dentistry
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Key information
General Overview
Periodontal diseases are the number one clinical problem in dogs and cats. This course gives an overview of small animal periodontology, including basic knowledge about these diseases, diagnostics, conservative treatment options, preventive and regenerative techniques and advanced surgical procedures. The participant will learn about how to deal with gingivitis, periodontitis, alveolar bone loss, periodontal pockets, gingival recession and many other diseases.
Further subjects covered in this course are major feline oral problems including inflammatory diseases and teeth resorption. Basic knowledge about veterinary dentistry and intraoral dental radiography is required to enable participants to take the most out of this course.
Please note that it is mandatory to complete Dentistry 1 before you enroll for this course.
Main Topics:
- Anatomy of the periodontium, oral microbiology and immunology
- Aetiology, pathogenesis and diagnostic approach to periodontal diseases
- Conservative periodontal therapy and prophylaxis
- Dental home care, plaque control and prevention
- Canine and feline tooth resorption
- Feline chronic gingivostomatitis and other feline inflammatory oral diseases
- Traumatic injuries to teeth and periodontium
- Periodontal surgery – basic and advanced techniques
Interactive sessions:
Management of periodontal cases 4 hours + Demos and Practicals
Language
All modules will be held in English.