In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, is joined by Samuel Babbitt, DVM, DAVDC, to talk about his recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Top 5 Complications of Dental Procedures in Cats & Dogs.” In this lively discussion, Dr. Babbitt shares his best tips for preventing the most common issues associated with dental procedures, including how to increase the success rate of gingival flaps, the best way to approach a fractured root tip, and the specific extractions most likely to result in iatrogenic jaw fracture. Gain confidence in your dental skills by learning how to address and prevent these potential pitfalls.
Key Takeaways
Complications that can occur during or after a dental procedure include dehiscence of gingival flaps, oronasal fistula, jaw fracture, bleeding, and fractured root tips.
When creating a gingival flap, maintaining good blood flow to the tissue is key. It is imperative that the flap is under no tension following suture placement, which can be achieved with a periosteal releasing incision.
Scarification of the palatal gingival with a diamond burr can help achieve better attachment when suturing a flap to repair an oronasal fistula.
Removing 50-75% of the buccal bone can help prevent root fracture, or help remove root tips that have already fractured.
The mandibular artery and the infraorbital artery are the two most common vessels associated with significant bleeding during dental procedures.
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