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Colin Harvey^1,2, Susan E Crowder³, David E Clarke⁴

¹1School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA.

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Veterinary graduates need core oral health competencies to manage common dental diseases in companion animals. Early detection and basic treatment of periodontal disease are crucial for canine and feline patient care.

Keywords:

core clinical competencies periodontal disease veterinary dental or oral or maxillofacial pathology veterinary dental radiology veterinary dentistry

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Medicine
Comparative Dentistry
Companion Animal Health

Background:

Companion animal veterinarians frequently encounter dental, oral, and maxillofacial pathology.
Periodontal disease is the most common abnormality in dogs and cats.
Veterinary graduates require foundational knowledge for oral health maintenance and disease prevention.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline core competencies for veterinary graduates in dental, oral, and maxillofacial care.
To emphasize the importance of early oral examination and preventative recommendations.
To define essential skills for general practitioners in managing common oral pathologies.

Main Methods:

Review of the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges Competency-Based Veterinary Education document.
Identification of essential skills for immediate post-graduation competence.
Focus on diagnostic and therapeutic skills for common dental conditions in dogs and cats.

Main Results:

Graduates must be able to perform oral examinations on conscious and anesthetized patients.
Competencies include recognizing pathology, interpreting dental radiographs, and determining treatment needs.
Essential skills encompass subgingival scaling, polishing, tooth extraction, and post-operative care.

Conclusions:

Core competencies in veterinary dentistry are essential for general practitioners.
Early detection and management of oral diseases improve companion animal health outcomes.
Defined competencies ensure graduates are prepared for common dental challenges in practice.