Companion-animal Dental and Surgical Instruments

Companion-animal Dental and Surgical Instruments
Author: Gail E. Marshall
Publisher: American Animal Hospital Association
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2011
Genre: Veterinary dentistry
ISBN: 9781583261545

Improve exam room efficiency through clear, effective communication among your technicians, assistants, and doctors. Companion- Animal Dental and Surgical Instruments is a pocket reference guide that will help your team quickly identify, stock, and maintain the tools you use on a daily basis. This resource includes a picture, name, purpose, and features for the following types of instruments: * General surgical * Dental * Orthopedic * Ophthalmologic * Endoscopes * Staples * Sutures The manual also covers care and cleaning of instruments to maintain the quality and integrity of the tools, and tips for organizing inventory. Appendices contain lists of instruments commonly included in surgical packs, as well as common conversions. Don't let your team go another day without this quick-reference guide!

Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials and Techniques

Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials and Techniques
Author: Jan Bellows
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 435
Release: 2008-02-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0470344806

If you’re a veterinarian in practice and you’reinterested in increasing your ability to deliver dental treatmentto your patients, you will find the information in Small AnimalDental Equipment, Materials, and Techniques: A Primerinvaluable. The author has gone back to basics to fill in the gapbetween limited and advanced veterinary dental services. This bookwill show you how to establish an efficient dental operatory andperform many of the day-to-day techniques required to raise yourlevel of dental services. The goal of this book is to educate veterinarians and veterinarytechnicians on the philosophy and means of integrating dentalhealth practices into the everyday life of their patients. Theauthor also explains how to choose dental equipment and materialsas well as how to perform basic and intermediate dental proceduresbased on examination finding. Coverage includes the materials,equipment, and techniques that veterinarians have found mostvaluable in the practice of veterinary dentistry.

Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials, and Techniques

Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials, and Techniques
Author: Jan Bellows
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 517
Release: 2019-07-18
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 111898661X

The second edition of Small Animal Dental Equipment, Materials, and Techniques has been revised and updated to reflect the latest developments in veterinary dental practice. Provides a comprehensive resource for integrating dental services into veterinary practice Offers valuable advice on selecting dental equipment and materials Presents clear descriptions for a range of dental terms and techniques Includes a wealth of new images Highlights dental information applicable to general practice

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment - E-Book

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment - E-Book
Author: Teresa F. Sonsthagen
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 914
Release: 2018-11-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323511279

Learn the names and uses of veterinary instruments in details textbooks alone can't provide! Veterinary Instruments and Equipment: A Pocket Guide, 4th Edition shows hundreds of detailed, full-color photographs of instruments and describes how and when each is used. A flashcard-style format makes it easy to flip through the pages, so you will quickly become familiar with commonly used equipment. This new edition features updated photographs, new instruments, and an all-new appendix with the author's recommended list of instruments essential for the most-common veterinary surgical kits, including ambulatory, orthopedic, and major surgery packs. Plus, an Evolve companion website includes instrument photographs that may be rotated 360 degrees, so you can zoom in to see close-ups of the different tips. - Accompanying Evolve site uses an interactive format giving you the ability to conveniently study and learn instruments to which you'd normally have only limited access - Instruments and equipment shown for common procedures for small and large animals, including bovine, equine, sheep, pigs, and goats, and include procedures such as dehorning, hoof care, castration, and teat and obstetrical procedures. - Coverage of surgical instruments includes general instruments such as hemostats, forceps, and scissors, and describes orthopedic, ophthalmic, and dental instruments used in veterinary specialty surgeries. - Coverage of restraint equipment includes proper restraint techniques for all species of large and small animals. - Handy pocket size and spiral binding allows the book to lay flat or fold over so that only the instrument or description is visible. - Accompanying Evolve site uses an interactive format giving students the ability to conveniently study and learn instruments to which they normally have only limited access. - 400 high-quality color photographs help you to quickly become familiar with instruments. - A flip book, flashcard format makes it easy for you to learn veterinary instruments and equipment. - NEW! Thoroughly updated photographs throughout ensures you are studying the most up-to-date instruments on the market. - NEW! Topics throughout the text include: - Spay (Ovariohysterectomy) Packs - Neuter (Orchiectomy) Surgical Pack - Neuter (Orchiectomy) Surgical Pack - General Surgical Pack - Orthopedic Surgical Pack - Ophthalmic Surgical Instruments - Dental Prophylaxis Kit - Dental Periodontal Extraction Kit

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment
Author: Teresa F. Sonsthagen, BS, LVT
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 802
Release: 2013-12-05
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323263135

Use this pocket guide to learn veterinary instruments and equipment at a glance! Veterinary Instruments and Equipment, Third Edition shows hundreds of detailed, full-color photographs of instruments and describes how and when each is used. A flashcard-style format makes it easy to flip through the pages, so you will quickly become familiar with commonly used equipment. An Evolve companion website includes instrument photographs that may be rotated 360 degrees so that you can zoom in to see close-ups of the different tips. With this knowledge, you'll prove a valuable member of the clinical team! 400 high-quality color photographs help you quickly become familiar with instruments. A flip book, flashcard format makes it easy to learn veterinary instruments and equipment. Coverage of surgical instruments includes general instruments such as hemostats, forceps, and scissors, and describes orthopedic, ophthalmic, and dental instruments used in veterinary specialty surgeries. Coverage of restraint equipment includes proper restraint techniques for all species of large and small animals. Instruments and equipment shown for common procedures for small and large animals, including bovine, equine, sheep, pigs, and goats, and include procedures such as dehorning, hoof care, castration, and teat and obstetrical procedures. An Evolve companion website includes all of the photos from the book plus images of 30 instruments in a zoom-and-rotate format, allowing you to focus in on instrument details including the different tips. Two pages are allotted to each instrument, with the top page including a photo and the bottom page including the instrument's name, functions, and characteristics. Spiral binding allows the book to lay flat or fold over so that only the instrument or description is visible. NEW photographs of veterinary instruments, including: Bair Hugger warming unit Centrifuges: small (urine), medium (blood), and large (fecal) Microscope Autoclave (steam and gas) Surgical table (V table and flat table) Suction Microchip implanter Anal gland excision kit UPDATED photographs provide improved resolution of images.

Small Animal Dentistry

Small Animal Dentistry
Author: Cedric Tutt
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2008-04-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1405173319

Dentistry is a relatively new and expanding area for vets. For many years it has been overlooked or inadequately taught at veterinary colleges, leaving students and vets with little or no training in this discipline. Now the interest in this area has increased and dentistry has become an important part of everyday veterinary practice. Designed to be a 'how-to-do' book, this practical manual guides the reader through all the routine dentistry procedures carried out in general practices. With over 350 colour pictures and special sections on practical tips and trouble-shooting, Small Animal Dentistry is an essential easy-access reference tool for veterinary students and veterinary practitioners alike

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment - E-Book

Veterinary Instruments and Equipment - E-Book
Author: Teresa F. Sonsthagen
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 769
Release: 2010-08-03
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 032307202X

Use this pocket guide to memorize and identify instruments at a glance! Written by well-known vet tech expert Teresa F. Sonsthagen, BS, LVT, Veterinary Instruments and Equipment, 2nd Edition shows hundreds of detailed, full-color photographs of instruments and describes how and when each is used. A flashcard-style design makes it easier to flip through the pages, so you'll quickly become familiar with all commonly used instruments. An Evolve website includes interactive exercises that let you practice creating setups for surgical procedures, and ask you to identify and compare veterinary instruments. With the information in this book and on Evolve, you'll become a valuable member of the clinical team, care for instruments so they last longer, and prevent injuries from improper use. It's great for exam review, and with its compact size and spiral binding, a great reference to use on the job! Comprehensive coverage addresses restraint, medical, and diagnostic instruments in the first section and surgical instruments in the second. 780 high-quality color photographs help you to quickly recognize and identify instruments. A flip-book, flash-card format makes it easier to memorize instruments and to quiz yourself or others. Instruments and equipment are shown for common procedures for small and large animals including bovine, equine, sheep, pigs, and goats, and including procedures such as dehorning, hoof care, castration, and teat and obstetrical procedures. Two pages are allotted to each instrument, with the top page including a photo and the bottom page including the instrument's name, functions, characteristics, a practice note, and sterilization note -- it's easy to quiz yourself by folding the book to show only the photo page, then identifying the instrument name and functions. A handy pocket size makes it easy to carry and use at any time. Close-up photographs of instrument tips help you identify the subtle differences between instruments. A companion Evolve website includes all of the photos from the book to help you identify instruments, and allows you to zoom in to see details including the different tips. Interactive exercises on the Evolve site include instrument set-up exercises, comparison exercises, and identification quizzes.

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses
Author: Jeanne R. Perrone
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 379
Release: 2020-08-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 111945185X

Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, 2nd Edition brings together all aspects of canine, feline, and exotic animal dentistry for veterinary technicians and nurses. Offering complete coverage of all aspects of dental treatment for dogs, cats, and exotic pets, the book describes techniques for veterinary technicians providing dental care. The new edition includes brand new information on digital radiology, plus updates to current protocols and improved images throughout the book. The chapters contained within include in-depth coverage of all stages of small animal dental care, including: • Anesthesia • Radiology • Dental cleaning • Common diseases and treatment • Equipment needs and maintenance • Exotic dentistry Small Animal Dental Procedures for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses includes access to a companion website that provides video clips, review questions, training exercises, forms, and editable glossaries. This book is an essential and invaluable resource for any veterinary technology student, veterinary technician or nurse regularly or occasionally engaged in small animal dental care.

Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician

Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician
Author: M. Lynne Kesel
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 294
Release: 2013-05-08
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1118694805

Veterinary Dentistry for the Small Animal Technician is an introductory, step-by-step guide that addresses the delicate mechanics of dentistry, the patient's needs, and the client's education. Topics covered include: Basic oral and dental anatomy Maintaining dental equipment and supplies Taking diagnostic X rays In-depth discussion of periodontal disease, including gingeval hyperplasia, feline stomatitis, and feline resorptive lesions Performing the dental prophy and creating dental charts Safe administration of anesthesia and postsurgical support Reviews of extractions, periodontics, orthodontics, prosthodontics, and restorative dentistry that aid the technician in understanding what is being done and how to assist Client education, including handouts explaining periodontal disease, dental proceedures, and postdental care for their pets More than 100 figures are included to illustrate dental anatomy and procedures. Also included are appendices on related books, veterinary dental associations, dental abbreviations of the American Veterinary Dental College, guidelines on what dental care the technician is qualified to perform, and a list of dental suppliers.

Clinical Veterinary Dentistry, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice

Clinical Veterinary Dentistry, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice
Author: Steven E. Holmstrom
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 365
Release: 2013-05-28
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1455773794

Current, important information on clinical veterinary dentistry for all small animal practitioners! This issue will present articles on standards of care, therapeutic decision making, oral and dental imaging equipment and techniques, radiographic imaging, oral inflammation, exodontics, oral and maxillofacial surgery, surgical equipment for oral surgery, laser and electro/radiosurgery in the oral cavity, anesthesia and pain management, and more!