Many pet owners have never heard of the highly specialized field of veterinary dentistry. While routine dental care is the best way to prevent dental disease, serious oral complications can and will occur on some patients. In the past, when a dog had a "bad tooth" the most common treatment was just to pull it out. A basic extraction is still sometimes the right option, but many diseased teeth can actually be saved with proper attention. Enter the veterinary dentist.
Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM is a board certified veterinary dentist at the top of his field. In his veterinary dental practices, he performs root canals, crown placement, complicated extractions, major oral surgery and much, much more. I have been fortunate enough to work directly with Dr. Beckman and learn a great deal about this fascinating field. Just in time for National Pet Dental Health Month, check out my interview with this accomplished veterinary dentist.
Photo courtesy of Dr. Brett Beckman
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hi! i love the puppys so much mister doctor but they are very naughty.My dog have a problem with his teeth because frecuently eat wood!and his teeth are very bad.