Veterinary Dental Wet Labs Tennessee
Get expert hands-on wet lab training to take your veterinary practice to the next level.
Our one-on-one and small group wet labs are led by an experienced board certified veterinary dentist and oral surgeon to help you and your team experience real-life veterinary dentistry scenarios.
Wet labs are among the most critical dental training courses for veterinarians & technicians.
You and your team will receive hands-on training in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery procedures, dental radiography, local blocks, and anesthesia during our wet labs training sessions. Training in this area encompasses interpreting x-rays and treating diseases using top-of-the-line techniques and dental imaging equipment.
Training that’s customized to fit your training
We will accommodate your schedule and tailor an experience specific to the needs of you and your staff whether that means conducting training sessions in the morning, afternoon, evening or even on weekends.
Get started solving dental problems your team encounters everyday in your small animal practice.
Oral disease is one of the most prevalent maladies in dogs and cats. Fortunately, it is one of the most preventable ailments as well. Advanced training provides well-rounded knowledge of small animal dental care and oral surgery solutions for your veterinary practice.
Train in-person or virtually.
While there is no substitute for in-person, hands-on training, ALL our lectures are available virtually by Dr. Keith Stein, our world class veterinary dentist. Dr. Stein is also available after each presentation for additional support via phone, Zoom, video conferencing, etc.
Oral Hygiene Procedure:
Beginner’s Guide
This class will give you and your veterinary technicians the skills required to provide a good cleaning procedure and identify oral pathology.
Step-by-Step Dental Cleaning Procedure
Dental Probing
Dental Equipment
Oral Pathology
Dental Charting
Understanding the Anatomy
Simple & Advanced Surgical Extractions
Designed for the general practitioner, this course provides the foundation of knowledge required to proceed with simple and advanced extraction techniques. Areas to be covered in this course include:
When NOT to Extract
Alternatives to Extraction
When to Refer
Mucoperiosteal Flap Techniques
Bone Removal
Alveolectomy
Local Nerve Blocks
Suture Selection
Tooth Resorption and Ankylosis
Equipment Choices and Selection
Dental Radiology
Our Dental Radiography training course is for veterinarians and technicians, and covers the following:
Radiograph Positioning
Radiograph Interpretation
Radiation Health Safety and Protection
Digital Radiology: DR vs. CR
Sensor Selection
Generator Selection
Dental Radiology Interpretation
Through this training in Radiographic Interpretation practitioners will increase their knowledge of dental pathology and diagnosis by examining case studies.
Feline Dentistry
In this course, veterinarians gain more confidence with feline dentistry. The course will focus on the need for extractions as well as proper and effective techniques, including:
Tooth Resorption
Luxators vs. Elevators
Stomatitis
Indications for Crown Amputation
Fractured Teeth
Full-mouth and Quadrant Surgery
Extraction Complications
Local Anesthesia Strategies
The various techniques and approaches for the local anesthetic blocks you need to complement a balanced anesthetic protocol are demonstrated in this course.
Anatomy
Choice of Anesthetic
Combining Drugs for Local Nerve Blocks
Anesthesia Protocols & Monitoring
This course is aimed at making the anesthesia period as safe as possible and provides a practical framework for delivering proper anesthesia care before, during, and after procedures.
Our partners in delivering this training are veterinary anesthesia specialists (VTS-Anesthesia) who help train your staff and provide in-hospital case management.
This session guides you through the continuum of anesthesia and monitoring, reinforcing the concept that “anesthesia starts and ends at home” and is not just the time that your patient is on the table.
Gain the knowledge and skills to create individualized anesthetic protocols for your patients including:
Which chronic medications to discontinue and which to give prior to anesthesia
Using oral anxiolytics
Dentistry for Technicians
Pre-Anesthetic Considerations
Dental Anatomy
Cleaning, Polishing, and Charting
Dental X-ray Positioning
Equipment Selection and Maintenance
Basic Pathology
Postoperative Considerations
Immersive Weekend
Fully immerse yourself, your associates, and your staff in the world of veterinary dentistry. Let us take you through the entire dental journey with training directed by Dr. Stein, our dental technicians, and our anesthesia specialists. Work in smaller groups and then come together as a team to work through real life situations.
Plenty of time to learn from the best, but also plenty of time to unwind, relax, and talk shop in an informal setting at our beautiful facility. Special events will be planned for the group to enhance bonding and heighten the experience.
Anesthesia for Technicians
This four-hour lab experience is led by our anesthesia specialists and is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of anesthetic principles and disease-specific considerations for your patients.
We provide assistance with lodging accommodations to save you time and money.
We would happy to assist with making reservations near our facility, which is located within walking distance of dining, shopping, and nightlife.
Visiting from out of town?
No need to rent a car. We can provide transportation to and from the airport. Please inquire at the time of booking your experience.
Allow us to work around your schedule.
Learn advanced skills and techniques at your convenience when you and your staff can be fully focused.
Gain specialized dental treatment and oral surgery expertise with our training, support, and encouragement.
Schedule a Discovery Call
Our first call will allow us to determine your basic needs and start a dialogue on the needs of your individual practice.
On-Site Dental Practice Evaluation
We’ll come to your facility and take a deep dive into your level of staff experience, dental processes, and equipment needs.
Create a Plan of Action
Based on our evaluation, we’ll propose recommendations based on the individual needs of your practice. We’ll guide you through each step of the process.
Guide New Dental Processes
We’ll personally guide you through improvements in training, dental processes and equipment integration. We will continue to be your resource during and after implementation.
Our clients love us... and we love them!
“Wonderful experience with Dr. Stein and two of my dogs. He's so knowledgeable, skilled and compassionate. He took the time to explain the situations clearly and concisely at a level I could understand. Always open for questions and made sure I had the information necessary to make an informed decision. HIGHLY recommend this specialist and feel fortunate to have him in our area. Thrilled you now have your own facility, Dr. Stein!”
Nora Sewell
“When our family vet discovered that my cat, Munchkin, was experiencing teeth resorption and likely was in pain, she recommended Dr. Stein to remove the deteriorating teeth. He and his wonderfully caring and attentive staff treated Munchkin like one of their own. They kept me fully informed about the procedures and what to expect. The surgery was successful, and my cat recovered without any problems. I can't thank Dr. Stein and his folks enough for their top-notch professional treatment.”
Bill Hudgins
“I really have to thank [Dr. Stein and staff] for the amazing job they do every day in caring for our furry loved ones. They really have improved the health and wellbeing of my little guy, Turner. He has probably lived with dental disease and pain for a number of years. The change I see in him since his treatment is completely for the better. Turner is at least 14 years old and he is like a puppy again!”
Brian Harrison
“Since the first time I met Dr Stein on a professional basis he has been a great resource to me and the other veterinarians in our practice. He was instrumental in helping us set up our dental suite from the beginning. He is always available and eager to help with our cases anytime we call for a consultation. Our clients that we have referred to him have relayed back to us how professional thorough and kind he and his staff have been to them and their pets. As I have further been able to meet with him on a personal basis I have found him to be very approachable and eager to share his knowledge.”
Dr. Douglas (Bo) Crabtree, DVM