UC Davis Expands Equine Dentistry Service
- Topics: Article, Dentistry, Veterinary Students
The Equine Medicine and Dentistry Service at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) has recently expanded its services, and is now able to offer more advanced techniques.
Under the guidance of Section Head Nicola Pusterla, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, the service now offers procedures including comprehensive oral exams; state-of-the-art imaging modalities; restorations, fillings, and endodontics; periodontal treatments; teeth extractions; and occlusal equilibration.
The service works closely with ancillary services–such as the diagnostic imaging service, large animal anesthesia service, and dental and oral surgery service (DOSS)–to provide some of the most advanced care for equine patients. Additionally, the service works in concert with referring veterinarians to ensure they are kept abreast of the proceedings every step of the way.
"It is important that we keep the referring veterinarians informed of our process and of the care we have given to their patients," states Pusterla. "We want to involve them in the decision-making process, provide them with detailed documentation of the case and assist with follow-up consultations
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