Veterinary Oral Diagnostic Imaging: A Comprehensive Guide

Authored by Brenda L. Mulherin, Veterinary Oral Diagnostic Imaging is an exhaustive reference on using diagnostic imaging in veterinary dentistry, focusing on the interpretation of diagnostic images in dogs, cats, exotic pets, zoological animals, and horses.

What You’ll Learn

This comprehensive guide provides veterinary clinicians with a thorough understanding of using diagnostic imaging for common dentistry and oral surgery procedures in a veterinary practice. It covers:

• History, physiology, and indications for diagnostic imaging of the oral cavity
• Digital dental radiographic positioning and image labeling, including the parallel technique, bisecting angle, radiographic positioning errors, and labial mounting
• Interpretation of anatomy, including normal radiographic anatomy, dentition and tooth numbers, deciduous and permanent teeth of canine and feline patients, eruption patterns, and common and uncommon radiographic pathology observed in these animals
• Standard imaging, radiographic anatomy, and interpretation of equine patients, as well as exotic pocket pets and zoological animals

Advantages of Diagnostic Imaging in Veterinary Dentistry

Diagnostic imaging plays a crucial role in veterinary dentistry, allowing clinicians to accurately diagnose and treat oral health issues in animals. This book provides guidance on advanced modalities such as MRI, CT, and cone beam CT, in addition to dental radiography.

With over 600 high-quality dental diagnostic images, Veterinary Oral Diagnostic Imaging is an indispensable resource for veterinarians providing dental services as part of their practice, as well as veterinary students and interns.

Publisher: Wiley
Language: English
ISBN: 9781119780502, 9781119780519
Publication Date: September 20, 2023

Stay ahead in the field of veterinary dentistry with this comprehensive guide to diagnostic imaging. Enhance your skills and provide better care for your animal patients.