Repairing oronasal fistulae with double flapsNovember 1, 2023This technique may only be used to treat pre-existing oronasal fistulas, but not for treatment of fistulas discovered at the time of extraction of the maxillary canine tooth.
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This is not your typical tonsillar SCCSeptember 14, 2023Dr. John Lewis recently saw a case that was a good reminder of the varying appearances of squamous cell carcinoma (SCC).
Use caution during surgery near salivary ductsAugust 14, 2023Recommendations to help minimize the chances of abnormal accumulation of saliva include identifying the salivary gland openings (papillae) prior to making incisions and carefully raising flaps.
Revisiting a landmark case from the pastAugust 1, 2023Alice, a two-year-old mixed breed dog, presented to the emergency service of the Veterinary Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania one weekend in November 2004. The pooch had unknown trauma while spending time on a large farm in York, Pa.
Revisiting a landmark case from the pastJuly 21, 2023Approaching is the 19th anniversary of one of the most interesting cases Dr. John Lewis has ever seen.
Tips for diagnosing dental self-traumaMay 19, 2023Dr. John Lewis addresses uncomplicated and complicated crown fractures, crown-root fractures, and tooth avulsion.
Diagnosing dental self-traumaApril 25, 2023Dogs and cats have strong jaws that can cause varying degrees of damage to their teeth if they chew on the wrong things.
Do you know the pencil trick?March 17, 2023Do you know the pencil trick? It will be a handy addition to your knowledge base, whether you are involved in emergency medicine, general practice, or dentistry/oral surgery specialty practice
A 'mini' new technology for jaw fracturesJanuary 13, 2023Bioresorbable miniplates to repair maxillofacial fractures has been available in human maxillofacial surgery for a long time, but as is often the case, it takes a while for new techniques and equipment to “trickle down” to our veterinary patients.
A brief history of veterinary specialtiesDecember 20, 2022The Veterinary Dental Forum (VDF) provides educational opportunities for people who are at various levels of their dental journey, including fundamental, intermediate, advanced, research, anesthesia, and technician lecture tracks.
