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Oral Masses in Dogs, What Every Vet Needs to Know with Dr. Stephanie Goldschmidt

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552388/fan_mail/new] Oral masses in dogs are common. Ignoring them is not an option. Dr. Stephanie Goldschmidt — Board-Certified Veterinary Dentist, Fellow of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, and professor at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine — joins us for a comprehensive, clinically practical conversation on canine oral cancer. We cover the full picture: biopsy, imaging, staging, surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, prognosis, palliative care, and when referral is the right call. Dr. Goldschmidt also addresses why even a mass that looks alarming may have treatment options — and why the ones that look benign should never be dismissed. This episode is essential listening for primary care veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and anyone whose patients include dogs. Packed with clinical pearls you can apply immediately. Topics covered: canine oral tumors, oral cancer diagnosis in dogs, veterinary dentistry, biopsy techniques, oral mass staging, surgery options, when to refer in veterinary medicine, palliative care for pets, and veterinary oncology. Referenced Research THE DIAGNOSTIC YIELD OF PREOPERATIVE SCREENING FOR ORAL CANCER IN DOGS OVER 15 YEARS, PART 1: LOCOREGIONAL SCREENING HTTPS://PUBMED.NCBI.NLM.NIH.GOV/37863103/ THE DIAGNOSTIC YIELD OF PREOPERATIVE SCREENING FOR ORAL CANCER IN DOGS OVER 15 YEARS, PART 2: DISTANT SCREENING HTTPS://PUBMED.NCBI.NLM.NIH.GOV/37770015/ #VETPODCAST #CANINEORALCANCER #VETERINARYDENTISTRY #ORALMASSINDOGS #VETONCOLOGY #DOGCANCER #VETEDUCATION #VETCE #WHENTOREFER #SMALLANIMALMEDICINE https://www.youtube.com/@PawsitiveDentalEducation https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ @pawsitivedental www.pawsitivedental.com

Young Dogs & Tooth Fractures: Modern Treatment Options with Dr. Sandra Manfra Marretta

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552388/fan_mail/new] What should you do when a young dog fractures a tooth that is still developing? Is extraction always the best option—or can these teeth actually be saved? In this episode of the Pawsitive Veterinary Dentistry Podcast, host Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) sits down with Dr. Sandra Manfra Marretta to discuss one of the most important and misunderstood topics in veterinary dentistry: the management of immature permanent teeth with crown fractures in dogs. Dr. Manfra Marretta is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, a Charter Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College, and an AVDC and ACVS Founding Fellow in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Drawing from decades of experience in veterinary oral surgery and her published review paper on this topic, she shares practical insights that every veterinary professional can apply in practice. In this episode, we discuss: 🦷 Why immature permanent teeth are different 🦷 Vital pulp therapy and treatment options 🦷 Decision-making for fractured teeth in young dogs 🦷 Common mistakes clinicians still make today 🦷 When teeth can be saved—and when they cannot 🦷 Client communication strategies 🦷 Practical tips for veterinary teams in general practice Whether you are a veterinarian, veterinary technician, student, or someone passionate about veterinary dentistry, this episode delivers valuable clinical insight into improving long-term outcomes for young patients with traumatic dental injuries. Research Article https://sage.cnpereading.com/doi/10.1177/08987564211046325 🎙️ Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen to or watch podcasts. Connect with Pawsitive Dental Education Website: https://pawsitivedental.com/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/aqnzDUvJZ9M?si=HNwYG2AXDeDnf2h1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pawsitivedental/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pawsitive.dental?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc #VeterinaryDentistry #VeterinaryPodcast #VetMed #VeterinaryTechnician #Veterinarian #DogToothFracture #VeterinaryDentalTechnician #VetTechLife #AnimalDentistry #VeterinaryEducation #VetDentistry #DentalRadiology #VeterinarySurgery #OralSurgery #PawsitiveVeterinaryDentistryPodcast #PawsitiveDentalEducation #VTSdentistry #AVDC #VeterinaryMedicine #ContinuingEducation https://www.youtube.com/@PawsitiveDentalEducation https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ @pawsitivedental www.pawsitivedental.com

Full Mouth Extractions for FCGS: Is It the Only Option? with Dr. Maria Soltero Rivera

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552388/fan_mail/new] Chronic Feline Gingivostomatitis (FCGS) is one of the most painful and frustrating oral diseases encountered in feline patients. Cats with FCGS often suffer from severe oral inflammation, difficulty eating, weight loss, and chronic pain — leaving veterinary teams and cat caregivers searching for answers. For many patients, full-mouth or near full-mouth extractions remain the gold standard treatment. But is surgery always the answer? And why do some cats continue to struggle even after extractions? In this episode of the Pawsitive Veterinary Dentistry Podcast, host Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) is joined by Dr. Maria Soltero Rivera to discuss the evolving science behind feline chronic gingivostomatitis and what current research reveals about this complex disease. Together they explore: • What FCGS actually is and why it develops • The immune-mediated nature of the disease • The possible role of chronic viral infection and the oral microbiome • Why full-mouth extractions are often recommended • What veterinary teams should expect after surgery • How to communicate extraction recommendations to cat owners • Treatment options for refractory cases • Emerging therapies including mesenchymal stromal cell therapy • The future of personalized treatment approaches for FCGS patients This episode provides practical clinical insight for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and anyone involved in the care of feline dental patients. If you’ve ever struggled with an FCGS case — or helped guide a client through the difficult decision of full-mouth extractions — this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Show Resources: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/1098612X231186834?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20% www.avdc.org  www.avdt.us #VeterinaryDentistry #VetMed #VeterinaryTechnician #FelineMedicine #CatDentistry #FCGS #VeterinaryPodcast www.avdc.org www.avdt.us https://www.youtube.com/@PawsitiveDentalEducation https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ @pawsitivedental www.pawsitivedental.com

How Veterinary Dentistry Became a Specialty (Part 1) | A 50-Year Journey with Dr. Eisner

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552388/fan_mail/new] This episode explores the history of veterinary dentistry and how the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) and the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians (AVDT) became recognized specialties. What did veterinary dentistry look like 50 years ago… and how did it evolve into the advanced specialty we practice today? In Part 1 of this two-part series, Dr. Edward Eisner takes us on a firsthand journey through the transformation of veterinary dentistry in the United States. From a time when dentistry was often overlooked… to the formation of organized leadership, education, and specialty recognition — this episode captures the pivotal moments that shaped the field. Dr. Eisner shares the inside story of how the American Veterinary Dental Society was formed, and how the specialty ultimately gained recognition through the American Veterinary Dental College under the American Veterinary Medical Association and its American Board of Veterinary Specialties. We also explore his 40-year relationship with Peter Emily, a human dentist whose mentorship and collaboration helped elevate veterinary dentistry worldwide. And in a defining moment for the veterinary team, Dr. Eisner discusses his role in helping establish the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians — alongside 12 pioneering technicians — creating the pathway for the Veterinary Technician Specialty in Dentistry, recognized through the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America and the Committee on Veterinary Technician Specialties. This episode is more than history — it’s the story of how a specialty was built. 👉 In Part 2, Dr. Eisner shares what he’s working on today, the passion projects that continue to drive him, and his vision for where veterinary dentistry is headed over the next 50 years. KEY TOPICS COVERED veterinary dentistry history, AVDC, American Veterinary Dental College, veterinary dental specialty, AVDT, Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians, NAVTA, veterinary technician specialty dentistry, veterinary dental education, animal dentistry evolution, dental care for pets, veterinary oral health, periodontal disease in dogs and cats, veterinary CE dentistry WHO THIS EPISODE IS FOR • Veterinarians interested in dentistry • Veterinary technicians and VTS (Dentistry) candidates • Practice owners looking to elevate dental standards • Students exploring veterinary specialties • Anyone passionate about improving oral health in animals WHY THIS MATTERS Understanding the history of veterinary dentistry helps clinicians: • Improve diagnostic and treatment decisions • Appreciate the evolution of standards of care • Advocate for better dentistry in general practice • Elevate patient outcomes through education and awareness Show Resources: https://avdc.org/ https://www.avdt.us/ https://veterinarydentistry.org/ https://peteremilyfoundation.org/ [https://peteremilyfoundation.org/] Zoo and Wild Animal Dentistry Peter P. Emily DDS,, Edward R. Eisner AB, DVM, First published:19 March 2021 Print ISBN:9781119545811 |Online ISBN:9781119545804 |DOI:10.1002/9781119545804 © 2021 John Wiley & Sons, Inc  https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/book/10.1002/9781119545804 https://www.youtube.com/@PawsitiveDentalEducation https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ @pawsitivedental www.pawsitivedental.com

"Veterinary Dentistry is a Team Sport" with Kris Bannon FAVD, DAVDC

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2552388/fan_mail/new] In this episode, host Benita Altier explores how successful veterinary dental care requires coordinated teamwork across the entire practice with Dr. Kris Bannon, a board-certified dental specialist and former president of the American Veterinary Dental Society. From front desk receptionists screening for oral-nasal fistulas to technicians managing critical anesthesia monitoring, every team member plays a vital role—and the two-technician-per-patient model is non-negotiable for patient safety. Dr. Bannon emphasizes the importance of strong diagnostic training for general practitioners, appropriate referral relationships with specialists, and management support for sustainable dental programs. Guest: Dr. Kris Bannon, DVM, DAVDC, Fellow of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry  #veterinarydentistry #podcast #dvm #veterinarian  #veterinaryadvice #veterinarytechnician #veterinaryteam #veterinaryassistant  #veterinarymedicine  Organizations & Resources: Dr. Kris Bannon DVM, FAVD, DAVDC https://vetdentistrynm.com/ Find Pawsitive Dentistry: Benita Altier LVT, VTS (Dentistry) https://pawsitivedental.com/ https://facebook.com/pawsitivedental https://www.instagram.com/pawsitivedental/ https://www.youtube.com/@PawsitiveDentalEducation https://www.facebook.com/Pawsitivedental/ @pawsitivedental www.pawsitivedental.com