From radiology and anesthesia to patient needs and client education, this full-color step-by-step guide is perfect for veterinary technicians, vet students, and those who want to learn more about the underlying theories of the practice. It covers all aspects of veterinary dentistry, including skills and procedures, radiology, equipment, safety, patient needs, client education, endodontics, and marketing.

Introduction to veterinary dentistry -- The oral examination and disease recognition -- Dental instruments and equipment -- Personal safety and ergonomics / Laurie A. Holmstrom and Steven E. Holmstrom -- Local anesthesia -- Pathogenesis of periodontal disease -- The complete prophy -- Home-care instruction and products -- Periodontal therapy -- Feline dentistry -- Dental radiology -- Exodontics (extractions) -- Advanced veterinary dental procedures: periodontal surgery, endodontics, restorations, and orthodontics -- Lagomorph, rodent and ferret dentistry / John R. Lewis and Alexander M. Reiter -- Marketing veterinary dentistry.