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Electronic programs and information on veterinary dentistry. Special report
1Journal of Veterinary Dentistry, VHUP, Philadelphia, PA 19104-6010, USA. vetdent@pobox.upenn.edu
Journal of Veterinary Dentistry
|September 1, 1996
Summary
Electronic veterinary dental resources are now accessible through various digital formats. These include online platforms and offline media like CD-ROMs for enhanced learning and information retrieval.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Medicine
- Dental Science
- Information Technology
Background:
- Veterinary dental education and practice require up-to-date resources.
- Traditional resources may be limited in accessibility and scope.
- The digital revolution offers new avenues for information dissemination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the range of electronic veterinary dental materials available.
- To categorize these resources based on their media format.
- To inform veterinary professionals about accessible digital tools.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of available electronic resources.
- Categorization of materials by online and offline formats.
- Identification of specific platforms and media types.
Main Results:
- A variety of electronic veterinary dental materials exist.
- Online resources include the Internet, commercial services (AOL-VIN, Compuserve-NOAH), and message boards.
- Offline resources encompass CD-i, CD-ROM, and floppy disk programs.
Conclusions:
- Electronic media provide diverse and accessible options for veterinary dental information.
- These digital resources enhance continuing education and knowledge sharing.
- Veterinary professionals can leverage these tools for improved dental care.