Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician [Paperback]

M. Lynne Kesel (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2000 | ISBN-10: 0813820375 | ISBN-13: 978-0813820378 | Edition: 1

Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician is an introductory, step-by-step guide that addresses the delicate mechanics of dentistry, the patient's needs, and the client's education. Topics covered include:

• Basic oral and dental anatomy
• Maintaining dental equipment and supplies
• Taking diagnostic X rays
• In-depth discussion of periodontal disease, including gingeval hyperplasia, feline stomatitis, and feline resorptive lesions
• Performing the dental prophy and creating dental charts
• Safe administration of anesthesia and postsurgical support
• Reviews of extractions, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and restorative dentistry that aid the technician in understanding what is being done and how to assist
• Client education, including handouts explaining periodontal disease, dental proceedures, and postdental care for their pets

More than 100 figures are included to illustrate dental anatomy and procedures. Also included are appendices on related books, veterinary dental associations, dental abbreviations of the American Veterinary Dental College, guidelines on what dental care the technician is qualified to perform, and a list of dental suppliers.

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From the Back Cover

Designed to be used as a teaching tool for the veterinary dentistry technician, this book utilizes an easy-to-read style to explain basic biology of teeth and related structures. It then progresses through how-to chapters on dental prophy and covers other assistant roles of the technician. It also contains documenting (charting) dental procedures and dental education of clients by the technician. This is a must-have text for technicians, who want to teach themselves techniques, and for veterinarians who want an update in the dental area.

Product Details

• Paperback: 267 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (May 15, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0813820375
• ISBN-13: 978-0813820378
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 6.8 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #259,948 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #5 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Dentistry
  • #12 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Surgery
  • #85 in Books > Medical Books > Veterinary Medicine > Small Animal Medicine

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician, October 25, 2000

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"shrykeeley" (Winsted, CT USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician (Paperback)

For the average technician in a small animal practice, I think this book is informative and useful. It's a very complete book regarding small animal dentistry and everything involved, from ananatomy to anesthesia to abnormalities. It's a great book to be used as a textbook in a technician program. I recommend this book for both the new technician just starting out or for the experienced technician looking for a refresher or a review book.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Small Animal Dentistry (Cats/Dogs), July 25, 2007

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Paula Wright "p.w. vet tech" (AR, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician (Paperback)

This is the Bible of dental books on small animal dentistry. Even though it is in black and white, there are pictures and just about every topic is covered from scaling teeth to dental surgery. Pictures of scalers, and polishers, types of drugs used and step-by-step procedures will be useful for beginners to experts. May I eat my words if this book does not prove to be worth its weight in gold!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Educational For the Tech, June 12, 2007

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Janice L. Murphy (LaGrange, Ga.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician (Paperback)

This volume is very informative for the techs who perform not only routine prophylaxis procedures on cats and dogs but also simple restorative procedures...a boon to our practice!