Radiation therapy for a recurrent sialoceleDecember 1, 2025This disease occurs most commonly in dogs, and its etiology is thought to be a result of trauma to the duct of a monostomatic gland, resulting in extravasation of saliva into the subcutaneous and submucosal tissues with formation of a pseudocyst.
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What's all the chatter about? A primer on jaw-opening reflex in canine and feline patientsNovember 4, 2025It is important to distinguish between chattering and tooth grinding. Tooth grinding can be seen in both dogs and cats, but it is more common in cats. This month’s column will discuss common causes of jaw chattering in dogs and cats.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNo Pain is ALL Gain!October 8, 2025In this session: Stephanie Johnson, BAS, CVT, VTS, (Anesthesia & Analgesia), (Dentistry), discusses various pain management techniques for veterinary dentistry patients. The importance of multi-modal pain management before, during, and after dentistry procedures will be discussed. This lecture will discuss the pharmacology of different agents including opioids, NSAIDs, and regional anesthesia.
Samoyed's ameloblastoma represents a diagnostic challengeOctober 7, 2025This case is a good reminder that sometimes deeper biopsies are needed. If the pathologic diagnosis does not fit with the clinical picture, consider a deeper dive.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA step-by-step photo guide to crown amputationsAugust 19, 2025Jan Bellows, DVM, DIPL, AVDC, ABVP, with detailed steps and images on crown amputation-assisted extractions. This method prioritizes anatomical respect, surgical visibility, and patient safety while reducing procedural time and stress for the practitioner.
The curious case of a lower jaw regrowthAugust 19, 2025Check out the story of Luther, a 22-week-old male German shepherd puppy diagnosed with Grade 1 osteosarcoma, and the surgical procedure that save its life.
Have you seen a case of 'cockleburitis'?July 31, 2025Learn more about the unique case of a one-year-old dog that presented with unusual oral lesions and the course of treatment done.
Crown amputations for tooth resorptionJune 19, 2025This case is a good refresher study regarding the decision-making process of treating teeth affected by tooth resorption.
Diagnosing an odontogenic cyst in a dogJune 11, 2025Check out the case of Penny, a five-year-old female spayed beagle, that was presented for evaluation of periodontal disease and an abnormal lucency noted on dental radiographs in the rostral maxilla.
Fixing a muntjac's broken toothMarch 24, 2025Dr. John R. Lewis shares his experience performing a dental examination and surgery on a three-year-old male intact deer.
