Episode 182 - Unlock Extraction Success: Radiography & Surgical Tips
Release Date: 07/23/2025
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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 extraction.
✅ Proper patient positioning for comfortable and efficient extractions.
✅ Optimal incision placement for effective flap creation.
✅ Correct instrument handling, from scalpel to diamond bur.
✅ Techniques for successful root tip removal.
✅ How to approach radiographic interpretation.
✅ Treatment options based on owner compliance and bone loss severity.
✅ The importance of curettage and hyaluronic acid in periodontal defect management.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Knowing when to extract is crucial for efficient case management.
✅ Patient positioning significantly impacts extraction ease.
✅ Proper debridement of granulation tissue is essential for preventing disease progression.
✅ Owner compliance plays a vital role in determining treatment success.
✅ Hyaluronic acid can be a valuable tool in managing minor bone loss.
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What are your biggest challenges with surgical extractions? Share your thoughts and questions in the comments below!
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