Episode 169 - The Ultimate Efficiency Protocol: From Induction to Recovery in Veterinary Dentistry

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🎙️ Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM

In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman continues the Efficiency Series with a step-by-step walkthrough of what every general practice team should be doing from anesthesia induction through patient recovery. Discover the protocol that will drastically cut down anesthesia time, streamline extractions, and create exponential time savings for your entire team.

This episode is packed with game-changing insights to help you standardize your dentistry workflow—and eliminate wasted time, guesswork, and post-op complications.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ The exact protocol to follow from induction to recovery
✅ Why full-mouth radiographs should always come first
✅ The role of nerve blocks—and when to place them
✅ When to call the client with your treatment plan
✅ Why you should skip cleaning teeth that are getting extracted
✅ How to avoid unnecessary charting for doomed teeth
✅ The safe way to clear the trachea and prevent post-op coughing

Key Takeaways:
✔️ Efficiency comes from standardization—not daily decisions
✔️ Radiographs guide extractions better than visual inspection alone
✔️ Don’t waste time charting pockets on teeth you're removing
✔️ Nerve blocks should go in before scaling or probing
✔️ Clearing mucus and clots post-extraction reduces client callbacks
✔️ Time invested in this protocol will save hours over the long term

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