Episode 157 - Oral Disease Management Prior to Radiation

🔗 Advance Your Veterinary Dentistry Skills! Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program for specialized training today! https://ivdi.org/inv Explore Dr. Beckman's courses and resources to deepen your expertise in veterinary dentistry. https://veterinarydentistry.net/ Get more out of this episode by watching the presentation as well on YouTube: https://ivdi.org/thevetdentalshowYT ----------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman, a board-certified veterinary dentist, shares expert insights on managing dental complications in patients undergoing radiation therapy. Through real-world case examples, Dr. Beckman covers oral masses, osteonecrosis, and how to manage oro-nasal fistulas (ONF) after radiation. What You'll Learn in This Episode: - The impact of radiation therapy on dental health - The importance of pre-radiation dental extractions - Strategies for managing oro-nasal fistulas (ONF) post-radiation - Surgical techniques for mass excision and flap closure - When to refer complex cases to a veterinary dental specialist Key Takeaways: - Understand radiation-induced osteonecrosis (ORN) and its impact on healing - Learn how to manage oral mucosa and bone exposure after radiation - Explore the importance of post-operative healing before radiation referral Links & Resources for Veterinary Professionals: Apply to the Veterinary Dental Practitioner Program - https://ivdi.org/inv Explore Dr. Beckman's courses and resources - https://veterinarydentistry.net/ 📩 Have questions or comments? Let us know below, and don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more valuable veterinary dentistry content!