Episode 188 - The Latest in Periodontal Therapy & Anesthesia Tips

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Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist

In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Annie Mills, LVT, VTS (Dentistry), dives into the latest advancements in periodontal therapy, addressing questions about perioceutics like Doxyrobe and Clindoral. She also shares insights on anesthesia monitoring, specifically the use of esophageal probes during dental procedures.

What You’ll Learn:
✅ The efficacy of Doxyrobe and Clindoral based on recent studies.
✅ Introduction to Perio Vi, a hyaluronic acid gel, as a new perioceutic.
✅ Proper techniques for root planing and when to use perioceutics.
✅ The role of blood clots in extraction sites and when bone grafts are necessary.
✅ Current strategies for managing periodontal pockets and tissue regeneration.
✅ Considerations for using esophageal probes during dental anesthesia.
✅ Tips for optimizing workflow and minimizing obstructions in the oral cavity during procedures.

Key Takeaways:
✅ A 2019 study indicated that Doxyrobe and Clindoral may not provide significant benefits over root planing alone.
✅ Perio Vi, a hyaluronic acid gel, shows promising results in pocket depth reduction and tissue regeneration.
✅ Perioceutics are most effective when used in conjunction with root planing for periodontal pockets and mild vertical bone loss.
✅ Blood clots are crucial for healing extraction sites, often eliminating the need for bone grafts.
✅ Esophageal probes can be useful for anesthesia monitoring, but their practicality in dental procedures depends on workflow preferences.

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