Learn Veterinary Dentistry

Explanation of LVD

Learn Veterinary Dentistry (LVD) is a dedicated platform created to empower veterinary professionals by advancing their expertise in veterinary dentistry. Built on the foundation of the knowledge gap between general and specialized practices, LVD strives to fill the gap by offering comprehensive training that equips veterinary technicians and assistants with the skills they need to provide exceptional dental care.

At LVD, learning is a dynamic and interactive process. Courses are designed to be immersive, blending theoretical instruction with hands-on laboratory experience. This approach ensures participants gain foundational knowledge of essential topics—like dental radiography, proper instrument maintenance, and scaling techniques—and develop the confidence to apply these skills in real-world settings. Small class sizes foster an engaging environment where participants can practice and refine their abilities under the guidance of experienced instructors.

LVD’s commitment to excellence extends beyond technique, focusing on the entire scope of veterinary dentistry. From anesthesia practices tailored specifically for dental procedures to the intricacies of dental charting and pathology, each course is crafted to elevate the standard of care provided by veterinary teams. With an emphasis on practical application, participants leave with tools and strategies that enhance patient outcomes and improve overall practice success.

LVD cultivates a community of veterinary professionals dedicated to lifelong learning and superior pet care by prioritizing interactive, tailored education. This unique combination of expertise, innovation, and passion makes LVD more than just an educational platform—it’s a transformative experience that empowers individuals to make a lasting impact in veterinary dentistry.

Course Offerings

Course Overview: Introduction to Veterinary Dentistry, Anesthesia, and Radiology for Technicians

Target Audience: Ideal for veterinary paraprofessionals who are newer to the field of veterinary dentistry or anesthesia or those looking to stay current with the latest developments and best practices in these ever-evolving areas.

This 8-hour, RACE-approved course includes 4 hours of lecture and 4 hours of lab work, where participants will learn common abbreviation, dental instruments, techniques for taking radiographs in dogs and cats, anesthesia plans and monitoring anesthesia. You’ll gain a better understanding of common dental pathology and the appropriate way to chart them, understanding the basics in taking dental radiographs, safety protocols, anesthetic medications, and appropriate monitoring techniques.

Learning Objectives:
– Use abbreviations that corelate to the appropriate anatomy and pathology

– Recognize the difference in dental instruments

– Understand when to use each specific instrument

– Understand tube position, sensor position and angle to achieve dental rads.

– Appropriately assist in pre-operative protocols for patients

– Troubleshoot anesthetic complications

– Demonstrate proper positioning techniques for diagnostic dental radiographs

– Identify key anatomical landmarks and pathologies

– Apply radiographic safety protocols

Scholarships are available upon request with approval!

Course Overview: Veterinary Dentistry for Technicians and Assistants

Target Audience: This course is perfect for veterinary technicians and assistants eager to expand their knowledge and skills in detailed aspects of veterinary dentistry.

Join us for an engaging 8-hour, RACE-approved continuing education course that combines 4 hours of informative lecture with 4 hours of hands-on lab experience. As a participant, you’ll explore the essential roles of veterinary technicians in dental practice, dive into anatomy and common pathology, scaling/polishing and hone in your dental radiograph skills. Participants will then have 4 hours to put to use everything that was discussed during the lecture. Half the group will clean teeth using hand scalers, curettes, and ultrasonic scalers. Simultaneously the other half of the group will practice dental radiographs on canine and feline cadavers, switching halfway through the lab.

Learning Objectives:

– Identify and describe key responsibilities of veterinary technicians in dental care.

– Perform effective scaling and polishing on canine and feline teeth.

– Demonstrate proper instrument care and sharpening techniques.

– Explain dental disease and its impact on pet health.

– Recognize normal anatomy vs. Common pathology

– Demonstrate effective client education techniques.

– Implement preventive dental practices within your practice.

– Effectively place regional nerve blocks.

– Demonstrate proper positioning techniques for diagnostic dental radiographs in a timely fashion.

Scholarship opportunities are available upon request and approval!

Upcoming Courses in Las Vegas

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Intro to Veterinary Dentistry, Anesthesia, & Radiology for Technician

Aug 15, 2025

The Introduction to veterinary dentistry and radiology course will be 8 hours of continuing education credits. Topics will include abbreviations used during charting, instruments used during dental cleanings, radiograph positioning and safety. There will be two hours of anesthesia discussion. This will include how to select appropriate drugs for various patients and the main components of patient monitoring to maximize patient safety.
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Veterinary Dentistry for Technicians and Assistants

Veterinary Dentistry for Technicians and Assistant will include 4 hours of lecture. During this time, we will cover, the technician’s role in veterinary dentistry, oral anatomy and common pathology, proper technique for dental cleaning and dental radiograph on the canine and feline patient.

May 24, 2025

Nov 8, 2025

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