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V T 72
PRINCIPLES OF VETERINARY DENTISTRY · 4 units
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Where this page’s information comes from
- Foothill catalogcourse record · 2026-2027
- FHDA class listingsWinter 2027 sections
- Cherrypickercourse matching and pathway links — our analysis
About this course
Basic principles of veterinary dentistry for the veterinary technology student. Students will build on the knowledge and skills obtained in their anatomy/physiology and nursing courses. Includes dental anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, charting, and instrumentation. Techniques of routine dental prophylaxis and aspects of anesthesia specific to dental patients. Discussion of periodontal disease, modes of therapy, client education, and preventive care. Introduction to common dental disorders and dental radiography. Course includes hands-on laboratory sessions using veterinary dental equipment, models, live animal patients, and cadaver heads. Care and use of common instruments and equipment. Comparative dentistry: dental anatomy and physiology and discussion of dental diseases in a variety of domestic animals. Intended for students in the Veterinary Technology Program; enrollment is limited to students accepted in the program.
Sections this term
Winter 2027 · updated Oct 18, 11:09 PM UTCV T 72PRINCIPLES OF VETERINARY DENTISTRYOpen2 sections · 30 seats reported · 1 instructor
- CRN 30954 · 01Open · 15
- CRN 30955 · 02Open · 15
Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.
Prerequisites
V T 70FUNDAMENTALS OF VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC IMAGINGCatalog wording: “V T 70.”
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