Description
Book SynopsisDesigned to be used as a teaching tool for the veterinary dentistry technician, this book explains 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.
Table of ContentsPreface ix
Acknowledgements xi
1 Oral and Dental functional Anatomy 3
2 Maintaining Dental Equipment and Supplies 21
3 Dental Radiology 37
4 Periodontal Disease 67
5 Performing the Dental Prophy 81
6 Anesthesia, Analgesia, and Postsurgical Support 101
7 Dental Charting 121
8 Assisting with Extractions 141
9 Assisting with Periodontics 157
10 Assisting with Endodontics 167
11 Assisting with Orthodontics, Prosthodontics, and Restorative Dentistry 183
12 Client Education 213
Appendix 1 Related Books 241
Appendix 2 Veterinary Dental Associations 243
Appendix 3 Dental Abbreviations of the American Veterinary Dental College 245
Appendix 4 Position Statement of the American Veterinary Dental College 253
Appendix 5 Dental Suppliers 255
Index 257
