Beyond Basics: Modern Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry – A 2-Day Practical Course
Species
Equine
Venue
Mälaren Hästklinik
Contact Hours
15 Hours
Early Booking Deadline
Sun, 28 January, 2024
Registration Deadline
Wed, 06 March, 2024
Language
English (Swedish Moderation)
Extras
Printed Set of Course Notes (pick up at venue) - USD 82.69
Discipline
Dentistry
Diagnostic Imaging
Surgery
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Over the past 20 years huge advances have been made in equine dentistry and new sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic techniques aiming at dental disease prevention and dental sparing have been published. This 2-day highly practical course is aimed at practitioners with a working knowledge in equine dentistry who want to deepen their understanding and especially their practical skills on diagnostic and therapeutic techniques. The panel of internationally renowned specialists will be covering the following topics through highly-illustrated and practically-based lectures which will be held in English (with Swedish moderation):
- Review of Equine Dental Anatomy
- Oral Examination Techniques
- Dental Radiography
- Motorised & Manual Rasping
- Dealing with Cheek Teeth Overgrowths
- Incisors, Wolf Teeth & Canines
- Pain Management in Dentistry
- Specific Dentistry in the Juvenile & Geriatric Horse
- Diagnosis & Management of Periodontal Disease
- Identifying & Managing Fractured Teeth
- Dealing with Infundibular & Peripheral Caries
- Oral Cheek Tooth Extractions – Decision Making & Techniques
Between both afternoons 7 hours of practical sessions will provide an intimate environment for attendees to develop their practical skills on equine specimens in true small groups (2-3 vets per specimen) at the following stations:
- Oral Examination & Radiography
- Use of Motorized Equipment
- Incisor & Canine Extraction Techniques
- Local Anaesthetic Techniques (incl. TMJ)
- Periodontal Treatment Techniques
- Cheek Tooth Extraction Techniques
The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, extensive course notes and a certificate of attendance. Attendees can choose to only attend the lectures (= Lectures Only) on this course or can register for the entire course (= Lectures & Practical Sessions). On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine & cheese reception. Early course registration via the VetPD website www.vetpd.com is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available.
This course is suitable for RCVS Modules: B-EP.3; C-E.1; C-E.5; C-E.12; C-E.13; C-E.14; C-E.15; C-E.16
Rob qualified from the University of Bristol in 1999 and started in mixed practice in North Devon immediately afterwards. During the next two years he became very interested in equine dentistry and moved back to the University of Bristol to join their equine practice to further hone his skills. There he worked with recognised experts in equine dental disease. He also attended courses run by the British Equine Veterinary Association (BEVA) and has since become a tutor on all the BEVA dentistry courses. Rob has also travelled widely to lecture on equine dentistry, with regular visits to the USA.
In October 2003, he sat the British Equine Veterinary and British Veterinary Dental Associations’ exam in equine dentistry and became only the second veterinary surgeon in the UK to successfully pass and achieve BEVA/BVDA approved status. In 2004, he became an examiner for the BEVA/BVDA equine dentistry exam and was appointed as the chairman of the examination committee from 2005 to 2008. Rob joined Bell Equine Clinic in 2006, bringing both first opinion and referral dentistry services to the practice. He now runs Equine Dentistry Referrals Ltd in the UK.
More InfoElke Pollaris heads the equine dentistry department at the Morette Equine Care Clinic, Belgium.
Elke graduated as a veterinarian from Ghent University in 2014. After an internship, she specialized in equine dentistry at the same university. She passed her European specialist exam in 2019 and became one of the few certified equine dental specialists in Belgium (Diplomate EVDC Eq). In addition, she completed PhD in 2021 in which she investigated the effect of cracks in horse teeth.
From October 2021, Elke will provide specialized dental care for horses at the clinic and also at your home. She emphasizes a healthy mouth and the prevention of dental and gum problems, so that your horse stays healthy and can deliver top performance.
More InfoNeil qualified from Bristol University in 2004 and after a brief period in mixed practice embarked on an equine only career starting with an Equine internship at Liverpool University and surgical residency at the University of Edinburgh. He re-joined Liverpool University in 2010 as a surgery clinician, setting up an advanced dentistry service including standing CT. During this time, he gained European Diplomas in both Equine Surgery and Veterinary Dentistry (Equine). He is a Trustee of BEVA and became a Fellow of the RCVS in 2023.
He joined private practice in 2015 where he provided both an in-house and peripatetic advanced dentistry and surgery service. He set up his own peripatetic advanced dentistry and surgery consultancy service in May 2023. He is interested in all aspects of equine surgery and advanced dentistry and lectures nationally and internationally on these subjects.
More Info
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CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC
Mälaren Hästklinik AB
Hälgesta 1
193 91 Sigtuna
Sweden
Phone: +46 8-592 540 10
Website: www.hastklinik.se
DIRECTIONS
From Enköping
Drive on the E 18 towards Stockholm. Take the Draget junction, exit number 147. Turn right towards Håtuna. After 5 km you come to a four-way intersection, turn left on road 269 towards Sigtuna / Håtuna. After 4 km turn right towards Uppsala / Arlanda / Sigtuna (road 263). Drive 6.5 km and at a T-junction turn left towards Uppsala. Drive 2 km and you will see the clinic on the right side of the road. It is signposted Horse Clinic / Small Animal Clinic.
From Stockholm via E18
Drive on the E18 towards Enköping. Take the exit at junction Bro, exit number 146. After the exit on the right, turn left onto road 269 towards Sigtuna / Skokloster. After 11 km turn right towards Uppsala / Arlanda / Sigtuna (road 263). Drive 6.5 km and at a T-junction turn left towards Uppsala. Drive 2 km and you will see the clinic on the right side of the road. It is signposted Horse Clinic / Small Animal Clinic.
From Stockholm via E4
Drive on the E4 towards Uppsala. Take the Trafikplats Märsta junction, exit number 180. Drive Road 263 past Märsta towards Sigtuna, after the bridge over Garnsviken there will be a roundabout in Sigtuna. Continue on Road 263 to the right and now drive in the direction of Uppsala for about 4 km. You now see the clinic on the right side of the road. It is signposted Horse Clinic / Small Animal Clinic.
From Uppsala via E4
Drive on the E4 towards Stockholm. Take the exit at Knivsta junction, exit number 184. Turn right towards Knivsta. Drive past Knivsta and follow the road to the stop sign. (Vassunda) Drive straight ahead over road 255 and after 200 meters there will be a new stop sign. Turn left towards Sigtuna. After about 2 km and after Skråmsta, the clinic is on the left side. It is signposted Horse Clinic / Small Animal Clinic.
From Uppsala Rv 255
Drive on the Rv 255 out of Uppsala past Vilan / Sävja. Follow the road to Vassunda and take the right direction Sigtuna. After about 2 km and after Skråmsta, the clinic is on the left side. It is signposted Horse Clinic.
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““A good theoretical & practical course.””
- Sanne Journee, Paardengebit Dierenarts, Friesland, The Netherlands - Advanced Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry course
““A well organized approach to proper equine dentistry for every practitioner. This course will prepare a new graduate and experienced practitioners.””
- Scott Wilson, CA - Essentials of Equine Dentistry course
““Very informative and helpful. Wonderful wetlabs.””
- Dr. Erin Carlson, Camrose Veterinary Hospital Canada - Modern Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry Course
““This course gave a wonderful foundation for a thorough understanding of equine dental anatomy, oral exam, and basic treatment/management.””
- Dr. Robyn Thompson, Walkerton-Hanover Veterinary Clinic Canada - Modern Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry Course
Qualified Vet
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1595.38
Lectures Only
USD 807.42
2nd vet, same clinic
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1517.56
Lectures Only
USD 768.51
Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 2577.90
Lectures Only
USD 2120.69
Intern/Resident/PhD (Requires proof of status)
Lectures Only
USD 408.57
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 797.69
Veterinary Student (Requires proof of status)
Lectures Only
USD 160.51
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 321.02
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