Session #1

DENTISTRY and OROFACIAL SURGERY

of EXOTIC COMPANION MAMMALS

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The BASICS of RABBIT DENTISTRY
The first session of the course introduces basic but very important topics of dentistry of pet rabbits, such as anatomy of the head and teeth, physiology of mastication, and nutrition.
The clinical exam in the conscious patient and the procedures for diagnosis and treatment of dental disease under anesthesia will also be discussed.
Introduction to Dentistry of Exotic Companion Mammals (15 min.)
This short lecture is focused on:
- an overview of dentition in selected exotic mammal species;
- the taxonomic groups of rodent species with different dentition;
- the clinical traits of the acquired and progressive dental disease in pet rabbits

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Anatomy of the Skull, Head and Teeth (76 min.)

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This extensive lecture is focused on:
- the anatomy of the teeth, dental formula, numbering systems, terminology;
- the anatomy of the skull and the mandible;
- the anatomy of the masticatory muscles;
- the anatomy of the lacrimal glands and of the nasolacrimal duct;
- the anatomy of the nasal and paranasal cavities;
- the anatomy of the ear
Physiology of Mastication (14 min.)
This short lecture is entirely focused on the physiology of mastication

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Gastrointestinal Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition (44 min.)

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This lecture is focused on:
- the anatomy and physiology of the digestive system;
- nutrition;
- alimentary imbalances;
and represents an important premise to pathophysiology of dental disease
The Clinical Exam (16 min.)
This lecture is focused on the clinical exam for dental problems in the conscious patient, as well as indications for a full dental exam under general anesthesia

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Anesthesia and Analgesia for Rabbit Dentistry and Orofacial Surgery (67 min.)

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This extensive lecture is focused on the anestethic and analgesic procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and postoperative management of the patient with dental disease.
It includes:
- anesthetic protocols;
- face mask vs. orotracheal intubation;
- intubation techniques:
- local anesthesia and analgesia;
- post treatment analgesia