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Episode 196 - Missing Teeth? Watch Out for Hidden Cysts!

The Vet Dental Show

Release Date: 10/29/2025

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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, discusses the critical importance of identifying and managing dental cysts in dogs, especially in brachycephalic breeds with missing teeth. Dr. Beckman shares practical tips on early detection, surgical extraction techniques, and post-operative care to prevent complications like mandibular fractures and dehiscence.

What You’ll Learn: 
✅ Understand the high predisposition of brachycephalic breeds to dentigerous cysts. 
✅ Recognize radiographic signs of cyst formation around unerupted teeth.
✅ Master surgical extraction techniques to prevent mandibular fractures.
✅ Discover how to use jugular blood samples to fill bone defects. 
✅ Apply proper flap closure techniques to minimize dehiscence risk. 
✅ Know when to refer complex cyst cases to a veterinary dentist.

Key Takeaways: 
✅ Always radiograph missing mandibular first premolars in brachycephalic breeds to check for cysts. 
✅ Be extra cautious with torque pressure during extractions in areas with significant bone loss. 
✅ In brachycephalic breeds, be aware of the increased risk of dehiscence due to large tissue masses. 
✅ Consider using a jugular blood sample to fill extraction sites and promote healing.

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