Episode 167 - Feline Stomatitis in Practice: What Every Vet Needs to Know
Release Date: 04/09/2025
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https://ivdi.org/inv Elevate your veterinary dentistry skills! Request an invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program Today. ----------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist In this episode of the Vet Dental Show, Annie Mills, LVT VTS (Dentistry), delve into essential aspects of veterinary dental practice, including nerve block techniques, anesthesia protocols, and comprehensive pain management strategies. Learn how to optimize patient comfort and outcomes in your practice. What You’ll Learn: ✅ Various nerve block injection techniques...
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Ready to elevate your veterinary dentistry skills? Learn to confidently interpret dental radiographs and improve your diagnostic skills! https://ivdi.org/rad Request your invite to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program: https://ivdi.org/inv ------------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist In this episode of the Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman tackles common challenges in veterinary dentistry, including managing fractured root tips, the use of hyaluronic acid in periodontal treatment, and best practices for deciduous tooth...
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Episode 182 - Unlock Extraction Success: Radiography & Surgical Tips
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Want to feel more confident reading dental x-rays? Join our FREE training on radiographic interpretation! https://ivdi.org/rad Ready to elevate your veterinary dentistry skills? Request an invite to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program: https://ivdi.org/inv --------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, DAVDC, FAVD In this episode, we tackle key aspects of surgical extractions and radiographic interpretation. Learn practical tips to enhance your dental procedures and improve patient outcomes. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to determine the best time to perform an...
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Episode 181 - Dental Deep Dive: Bone Grafts, Doxirobe, and Follow-Ups
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If you're passionate about veterinary dentistry and want to take your skills to the next level, request an invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program here: https://ivdi.org/inv Ready to elevate your veterinary dentistry skills? Join us as we dive deep into bone grafting techniques, Doxirobe applications, and essential follow-up protocols. Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist Episode Introduction: In this episode, we tackle common questions about bone grafting materials, the use of Doxirobe, and post-operative care. Learn practical tips to enhance your...
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Episode 180 - Decoding Feline Juvenile Periodontitis: Causes, Treatment & Expert Insights
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Ready to master veterinary dentistry? Request your invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program: https://ivdi.org/inv ----------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, DAVDC, DAVDC-OMFS, is a board-certified veterinary dentist and oral surgeon dedicated to advancing dental care in veterinary practice. ---------------- In this episode, Dr. Beckman tackles feline juvenile onset periodontitis, offering clarity on its etiology, diagnostic considerations, and therapeutic approaches. Gain valuable insights into making informed extraction decisions and managing challenging cases. What...
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Episode 179 - Mastering Difficult Extractions & Avoiding Dental Disasters
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Ready to take your veterinary dentistry skills to the next level? Request an invitation to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program: https://ivdi.org/inv Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, DAVDC, FAVD In this episode, Dr. Beckman tackles common challenges in veterinary dentistry, including difficult extractions in small dogs and the dangers of at-home dental cleaning devices. Learn practical techniques and essential knowledge to provide the best possible dental care for your patients. What You’ll Learn: ✅ How to approach fractured coronal roots in small dogs (310/410). ✅ A flapless...
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Episode 178 - Root Fractures & Lucencies: Extraction vs. Treatment in Veterinary Dentistry
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Episode 177 - Tooth Resorption or Ankylosis? Mastering Radiographic Diagnosis in Vet Dentistry
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🦷 Ready to Master Veterinary Dentistry? ivdi.org/inv Request your invite to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program. Join Dr. Brett Beckman and elevate your dental skills with weekly expert insights. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist Welcome Back to The Vet Dental Show! Every Wednesday, we bring you powerful, practical tips to enhance your veterinary dentistry skills—whether you're a veterinarian, technician, or part of a dedicated dental team. On This...
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Episode 176 - Avoiding Jaw Fractures & Other Extraction Pitfalls in Vet Dentistry
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Don't Miss Out! Request your invitation today at ivdi.org/inv Join the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program and elevate your practice. ------------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM Welcome Back to The Vet Dental Show! Each Wednesday, we dive deep into veterinary dentistry to help veterinarians, technicians, and dental teams excel in their practices. This episode is packed with expert advice and case-based insights you can immediately apply. On This Episode: Dr. Brett Beckman answers real questions from veterinary professionals on...
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🎙️ Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM
In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman dives deep into Feline Stomatitis — a painful and often misunderstood condition in cats. Discover how to accurately diagnose this disease, when to refer for full-mouth extractions, and the critical pain management strategies you need to know.
🔍 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
✅ How to recognize true feline stomatitis and differentiate it from similar conditions
✅ Why biopsy is rarely necessary when classic signs are present
✅ The importance of experienced surgical technique for full-mouth extractions
✅ Initial and long-term pain management options including prednisolone, interferon, and cryotherapy
✅ What to do when a case doesn’t respond to standard treatment
✅ The real risks of partial extractions and how to avoid them
💡 Key Takeaways
✔️ Accurate diagnosis is key — not all oral inflammation is stomatitis
✔️ Early and aggressive pain control is essential
✔️ Only experienced practitioners should perform extractions in these cases
✔️ Misdiagnosed or incomplete treatment can lead to worsening pain
✔️ Advanced therapies can make a difference for refractory patients
🔗 Links and Resources for Veterinary Professionals
🔗 Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program — https://ivdi.org/inv
🔗 Explore Dr. Beckman’s courses and resources — https://veterinarydentistry.net/
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