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Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

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ISBN-10: 0813820758

ISBN-13: 9780813820750

Edition: 2013

Authors: Jeanne R. Perrone

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Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is an up–to–date, procedures–based resource for technicians and nurses involved with all aspects of canine, feline, and exotic animal dentistry. Heavily illustrated and clinically oriented, this training manual provides step–by–step instructions on the oral exam, anesthesia, cleaning and radiology, as well as the necessary background on dental anatomy, common diseases and terminology. Each chapter includes learning objectives to promote retention, and a companion website also provides review questions, images from the book in PowerPoint and additional images, chapter glossaries, and forms for download.       The book…    
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Book details

List price: $120.95
Copyright year: 2013
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/27/2012
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 256
Size: 7.40" wide x 9.60" long x 0.60" tall
Weight: 1.188
Language: English

The Basics
Introduction - Learning objectives
Anatomy of the Skull
Development of the Tooth
Anatomy of the Tooth
Directional Terminology - 2-4 pages with diagrams
Training: Web
The Examination Room and the Dental Patient
Introduction - Learning objectives
The Client Interview
The Oral Exam
The Dental Estimate
Training: Web
Components of the Dental Operatory
Dental Units
Dental Handpieces
Power Scalers
Dental Tables
Ergonomics and Personal Protection
Training: Web
Anesthesia and the Dental Patient
Introduction - Learning objectives
Anesthesia Equipment for the Dental Patient
Monitoring Anesthesia and Common Complications
Pain Management in the Dental Patient
Multimodal Approach to Pain
The Use of Nerve Blocks
Send Home Strategies for Pain Management
Training: Web
The Dental Cleaning
Introduction - Learning objectives
Common Instrumentation for the Dental Cleaning
The Dental Record
Preparation for the Dental Cleaning
The Oral Examination and Charting
Cleaning the Teeth Using the Power Scaler
Cleaning the Teeth Using Hand Scalers
Polishing the Teeth
Patient Recovery
Dental Home Care
Training: Web
Dental Radiology
Introduction - Learning objectives
The Dental X-Ray Unit
Dental Film and The Digital Sensor
Positioning for Dental Radiography
Care and Storage of Dental Radiographs
Anatomy on the Dental Radiograph
Training: Web
Common Dental Conditions and Treatments
Chapter Introduction
Periodontal Disease
Learning Objectives
Pathogenesis of Periodontal Disease
Clinical Signs
Radiographic Signs
Treatments and Therapies
Periodontal Disease Training: Web
Endodontic Disease
Anatomy of the Pulp 2-3 pages with diagrams
Indications for Endodontic Therapy
The Endodontic Exam
The Endodontic Treatment
Endodontic Disease Training: Web
Malocclusion
Learning Objectives
Normal Occlusion
Types and Treatments of Malocclusion
Glossary of Terms
Malocclusion Training: Web
Jaw Fracture Management
Learning Objectives
Types and Treatments for Jaw Fractures
Jaw Fracture Management Training: Web
Oral Tumors
Learning Objectives
Benign Oral Tumors and Treatments
Malignant Oral Tumors and Treatments
Charting and Preparation of Samples
Oral Tumors Training: Web
Feline Dentistry
Section Introduction
Gingivostomatitis
Introduction
Symptoms of Gingivostomatitis
Diagnostics
Oral Evaluation
Treatments
Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex
Introduction
Causes
Symptoms
Diagnostics
Treatments
Feline Tooth Resorption
Introduction
Definition and Symptoms
Stages of Tooth Resorption
Diagnostics
Charting
Treatment
Training: Web
Dentistry and the Exotic Patient
Introduction
Rodent Dentistry
Rabbit Dentistry
Ferret Dentistry
Dental Radiology for the Exotic Patient
Training: Web
Discharging the Dental Patient
Introduction - Learning objectives
Discharge Instructions
The Importance of Photographs and Radiographs
Managing Recheck Visits
Reminders: How Often Should Dental Patients Return?
Training: Web
Appendices
Home Care Assessment Client Interview Form
Dental Chart Canine
Dental Chart Feline
Dental Procedure Estimate Form
Dental Surgery Release
Dental Radiograph Template
Discharge Instruction Form