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Radiographic and Clinical Interpretation of Periodontitis

Radiographic and Clinical Interpretation of Periodontitis

90% of our patients have periodontitis. This course will get you confident determeming whether to extract or to save a tooth

You will learn

  • 5 rules on when to extract teeth for vets without access to x-ray
  • How to recognize the exact grades of periodontitis and treat it appropriately
  • Avoid sending patients home with unrecognized disease

Furthermore you will learn:

  • Enhanced Diagnostic Abilities: Gain the ability to identify subtle details and anomalies in X-ray images that may be initially challenging to detect. Discover how adjusting the X-ray angle can reveal critical information, such as the palatal root of 108/208 and periodontal ligament space or ruling in/out periapical lucencies. 
  • Accurate Diagnosis and Grading: Understand the different stages of periodontitis, from gingivitis to periodontitis with bone recession. Learn the PD grading system, ranging from PD1 (gingivitis) to PD4 (extensive bone loss), empowering you to communicate with colleagues and patients effectively.
  • Buccal bone expansion: Explore the nuances of buccal bone expansion in cats, and discover techniques for effective treatment without unnecessary tooth extraction. Learn how to perform bone reduction and achieve good results even without extensive home care.
  • Basic knowledge of advanced treatments, including open root planing, artificial bone placement, and the use of membranes, if the owner is diligent with oral hygiene.
€94,01 EUR
€94,01 EUR
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