Professional Certificate in Veterinary Dentistry Foundations

• Introduction to Veterinary Dentistry: Understanding the importance of dental care in animals, common dental diseases, and the role of a veterinary dentist.
• Anatomy and Physiology of the Oral Cavity: Studying the structures and functions of the teeth, gums, tongue, and other related parts in various animal species.
• Dental Examinations and Diagnostics: Learning how to conduct a comprehensive oral examination, interpret radiographs, and utilize laboratory tests to diagnose dental diseases.
• Dental Scaling and Polishing: Mastering the techniques for removing dental calculus, plaque, and stains, and polishing the teeth to a smooth finish.
• Restorative Dentistry: Understanding the principles of filling and restoring damaged teeth, including the use of various materials and techniques.
• Endodontics: Learning the fundamentals of root canal therapy, including accessing the pulp chamber, cleaning, shaping, and filling the root canals.
• Oral Surgery: Acquiring the skills necessary for performing extractions, biopsies, and other surgical procedures in the oral cavity.
• Pain Management and Anesthesia: Managing pain and anesthesia in veterinary dental patients, including preoperative assessment, anesthetic monitoring, and postoperative care.
• Dental Radiology: Interpreting dental radiographs, understanding the different types of radiographs, and learning how to take and develop high-quality images.
• Dental Implantology: Understanding the principles of dental implantology, including the placement and restoration of dental implants in animals.