Episode 194 - Slab Fractures, Tooth Extraction & Restoration Techniques in Veterinary Dentistry
Release Date: 10/15/2025
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Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM
In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM, dives into practical solutions for common dental challenges faced by veterinary professionals. Learn about managing slab fractures, post-operative care for bonded teeth, and extraction techniques for difficult teeth.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ How to manage slab fractures that extend below the gum line.
✅ Post-operative instructions for bonding and composite restorations.
✅ The importance of advanced training for dental restorations.
✅ When to consider cast metal alloy crowns for significant tooth damage.
✅ Monitoring protocols for teeth with exposed dentin when clients decline extraction.
✅ Extraction techniques for teeth with developmental grooves.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Slab fractures extending beyond the muco-gingival line often require extraction due to periodontal issues.
✅ Restorations on large areas of damage, especially in young dogs, may benefit from cast metal alloy crowns.
✅ Radiographic monitoring is crucial for teeth with exposed dentin when extraction is declined.
✅ Proper use of luxators and elevators can simplify the extraction of teeth with developmental grooves.
✅ Advanced training and the right equipment are essential for performing dental restorations effectively.
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