🦷 The Basics of Veterinary Dentistry 101 🦷
5 Hours of RACE-Approved CE for Veterinarians & Veterinary Technicians
Learn online, at your own pace
Oral disease is one of the most common—and preventable—health issues in dogs and cats. This comprehensive five-part course is designed to refresh and elevate your dentistry knowledge with practical, real-world lessons you can apply immediately in practice. Whether you’re new to dentistry or just need a confident refresh, this course will sharpen your clinical skills and improve patient outcomes.
What You'll Learn
Start learning today and bring healthier smiles to your patients—one mouth at a time.
Instant access. Lifetime enrollment. Learn at your pace.
Building a Thriving Dental Practice
•Understand the prevalence of periodontal disease in pets
•Engage your team and clients to prioritize dental care
•Improve client communication and compliance
Dental Equipment, Use & Maintenance
Identify essential equipment for a dental suite
Proper maintenance and care to prolong tool life
When and what to replace—and why it matters
Oral Anatomy and Charting
Review oral cavity anatomy and dental numbering systems
Perform comprehensive oral exams and identify pathology
Accurately chart findings—it's a legal document!
Common Oral Pathology
Recognize common oral diseases in dogs and cats
Understand causes, risks, and the disease process
Document pathology correctly for treatment planning
Discharge Appointments & Home Dental Care
Advocate for post-op care and client education
Recommend effective home care techniques and products
Build trust and long-term oral health with pet owners
What's Included
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5 individual on-demand video lessons
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Downloadable dental charting templates
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CE quiz to receive your certificate
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5 RACE-approved CE hours for veterinarians and veterinary technicians
Meet Your Instructor
Mary Berg
RVT, VTS (Dentistry)
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Mary is a charter member of the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians, with a specialty in dentistry since 2006. She has over 31 years in research, focusing on companion animal oral health, and seven years as a dental technician specialist in general practice. Currently, Mary is the president of Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education and has dedicated over 15 years to teaching veterinary dentistry. Recognized as NAVTA Veterinary Technician of the Year in 2020 and honored with the AVDT’s Excellence in Dentistry Education in 2019, Mary is a renowned speaker and author, contributing to numerous conferences, publications, and textbooks, including her own in 2020.