Welcome to Dental "Toothcamp"!
Elevate your dental skills with this comprehensive, hands-on two-day workshop designed for veterinary professionals looking to strengthen their confidence and competence in surgical extractions and dental radiography.
Led by board-certified veterinary dentist Dr. Amy Thomson (DAVDC), this immersive program blends foundational principles with practical, real-world applications. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of oral anatomy, periodontal disease, dental charting, radiographic technique and interpretation, regional anesthesia, and surgical extraction techniques — all reinforced through guided hands-on experience.
What You’ll Learn
Through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, and supervised labs, participants will:
- Review detailed dental anatomy and charting principles
- Understand the pathophysiology and progression of periodontal disease
- Master regional dental nerve blocks (lecture, demo, and hands-on practice)
- Refine instrument handling and surgical technique
- Perform surgical extractions including:
- Maxillary fourth premolar
- Maxillary canine
- Mandibular first molar
- Apply principles of gingival flap design, bone removal, tooth sectioning, horizontal elevation, luxation, periosteal release, and tension-free closure
- Learn practical strategies for managing complications, including root fractures
- Capture and interpret diagnostic dental radiographs (maxillary and mandibular)
- Practice labial mounting and radiographic interpretation
- Review real cases and radiographs to strengthen clinical decision-making
- Improve client communication regarding dental procedures and treatment recommendations
Format
This workshop emphasizes skill development through extensive hands-on practice, allowing participants to apply techniques immediately under expert guidance. Radiography and surgical sessions are structured to build both technical precision and clinical confidence.
