Dentistry and Oral Surgery
The diagnosis and management of dental and oral disease represents a major component of small animal practice.
This modular programme will provide a thorough, informed case-based approach to such cases. Through lectures, case discussions and practical sessions you will learn how to approach the dog, cat and exotic patient presenting with the various manifestations of oral pathology in a logical and scientific manner.
Inclusive learning support
Our Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery PgC programme consists of fourteen modules and is delivered using a combination of lectures and highly practical sessions. The practical components of this modular programme bring together ultrasonography, radiology and CT/MRI to ensure you will increase your skills, knowledge and confidence in dealing with complex dental cases in practice.
A subscription to Harper Adam’s online e-library providing access to 1,000s of scientific articles and abstracts
Access to our online learning management system: Moodle – This provides access to course notes, discussion forums and other study resources, including surgical videos and webinars
A dedicated Programme Tutor will support every individual during their programme to ensure a rewarding and successful learning journey
Places on the programme are limited to ensure the best possible learning experience
Your learning options:
The Dentistry and Oral Surgery programme is provided by Improve International in collaboration with the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS) and Harper Adams University.
Complete the one-year programme (all modules) and achieve the General Practitioner Certificate (GPCert) by passing the required assessments with the International School of Veterinary Postgraduate Studies (ISVPS).
Continue on to the Postgraduate Certificate (PgC) that combines the GPCert clinical studies, plus reflective practice, and successful completion of the Advanced Practitioner Module with Harper Adams University. The PgC represents Masters Level 7 within the Quality Assurance Agency’s framework for higher and further education. It provides 60 transferable academic credits.
After successfully completing your PgC, you may apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status. This is subject to meeting all of the other entry requirements set out by the RCVS in the Applicant Guidance Notes.
The Programme Tutor will discuss which learning option you wish to progress and advise the necessary requirements to support you.
Venue: Swindon
Start date: 20 January 2021
PgC/GPCert Dentistry and Oral Surgery
7 Dec 2021
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Frequently Asked Questions
Postgraduate Certificates
If coming from a non-European country – how would face to face module attendance work?
- Delegates attending from outside of Europe may require Visas in order to participate in our face to face programmes. Please note that the Student Tier 4 Visa is not applicable to Improve International delegates as a result of us being a private education provider. Further guidance on your entry requirements should be checked with your local embassy.
- Improve International does not provide support in obtaining Visas but can provide supporting documentation to support your application if requested.
What is a Postgraduate Certificate (PgC)?
The PgC is a university qualification which provides 60 academic credits. The qualification is positioned at Masters Level 7 within the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) framework for higher and further education. The 60 credits can be used towards achieving a Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) which represents 120 credits and 180 credits respectively. The PgC is a recognised academic qualification which will demonstrate that you have achieved a certain standard in that subject.
What is the criteria for enrolment?
All applicants must:
- Hold a veterinary qualification
- Have spent a minimum of one year in veterinary practice
- UK-based applicants must also be on the RCVS Home Practising Register, whilst applicants based outside the UK must hold a qualification that would entitle them to register as a member of the RCVS
Additionally, UK-based veterinary surgeons who qualified from 2007 onwards must have completed the RCVS Professional Development Phase (PDP) before they can enrol.
Over what time period can I take the taught modules?
You can take up to 3 years to spread your taught modules.
Are Improve’s Postgraduate Certificates academically equivalent to the RCVS CertAVP and other postgraduate certificates?
Yes. Each PgC is a recognised higher education qualification as validated by Harper Adams University. The qualification represents Level 7 (Masters) within the QAA Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. It provides 60 transferable academic credits at this level. The qualifications are therefore, by definition, academically equivalent.
I have previously achieved a GPCert. Can I use this towards a PgC?
You are able to “upgrade” from a GPCert to a PgC within 5 years of the GPCert exam date. Please contact ISVPS for further information – ISVPS.
Is my practice suitable for studying towards a postgraduate certificate?
As a guide we suggest you consider the following when deciding whether you think the facilities and equipment and your role in the practice will support your studies:
The practice
- Number of patients, species distribution and range of conditions seen should allow student to gain experience across the whole syllabus during the study period
- Either a manual or computerised system of patient records, allowing accurate recording, storage and retrieval of information
- Facilities to hospitalise patients and arrangements for OOH care
- Equipment and facilities to conduct radiographic examinations and ultrasound should be available within the practice or on referral. Access to CT/MRI equipment is not a requirement
- Suitable equipment for administration of oxygen and safe maintenance of anaesthesia
- Disinfection and sterilisation procedures in place which are suitable for the work undertaken
- Medicines are stored, prescribed and dispensed appropriately.
Where are the taught programmes held?
Our Medicine and Surgery programmes are held at various locations in the UK; Swindon, Hatfield and Sheffield. We have excellent wet-lab facilities in Swindon and Sheffield, with state-of-the-art practical training equipment and technology.
Our Clinical Postgraduate Programmes are held at our Swindon and Sheffield training centres, see the individual programmes for venue information.
To find out more about our venues, click here: https://www.improveinternational.com/uk/venue/
How are Improve’s PgC programmes different to other providers?
Improve’s modular training programmes have been developed over a period of 20 years and are taught by world-renowned experts in their field. They successfully blend theoretical lectures with hands-on practical sessions where appropriate and delegates also have access to valuable online learning components.
How many hours will I spend on my certificate?
A PgC comprises 600 hours of notional study. This is typically made up of the following:
- 100 hours of taught sessions and ten hours of practical experience for Small Animal Medicine
- 70 hours of taught sessions and 48 hours of practical experience for Small Animal Surgery
- 82-94 hours preparing for and reflecting on the taught sessions. This includes pre and post course online evaluation and self-reflection
- 200 hours of independent study, including the preparation and writing of assignments
- 200 hours preparing for final examination
How will I be assessed?
At the beginning of the programme, you will receive a syllabus and specific learning objectives for all of the taught modules.
During the programme, you will be required to document your current knowledge and skills prior to each module and undertake an informal short multiple-choice exercise. After the module, you will then undertake a further multiple choice exercise to reflect on the knowledge gained and implement a strategy to address any outstanding knowledge and skills gaps via independent study.
ISVPS provide the GPCert assessments and HAU provide the PgC assessments. The GPCert assessments include a case report and a final written examination including a multiple-choice paper and a case-based scenario spot test. The PgC assessments include a case diary and a reflective essay.
Delegates studying towards a PgC in Cardiology, Dentistry and Oral Surgery, Dermatology, Diagnostic Imaging, Emergency Medicine & Surgery, Exotic Animal Practice, Endoscopy & Endosurgery, Feline Practice and Ophthalmology additionally undertake the distance learning Advanced Practitioner module with HAU which is assessed via a portfolio.
The final examination takes place yearly covering the course syllabus. You must have attended all modules to be entered for the final exam.
What resources will be available to support me through the PgC?
All delegates will receive a subscription to Harper Adam’s online e-library providing access to 1,000s of scientific articles and abstracts.
Medicine delegates will be provided with Improve International’s Manual of Small Animal Medicine Vol 1 and 2 and Surgery delegates with Improve International’s Manual of Small Animal Surgery Vol 1 and 2.
The Improve Learning Management System (LMS) provides access to a notes library, discussion forum and other study resources including webinars.
A dedicated Programme Tutor will support every individual during their PgC programme to ensure a rewarding and successful learning journey.
More information can be found on our Learning Support page.
ISVPS will provide support with assignments.
Will Improve’s PgCs enable me to apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status?
After you have successfully obtained your Postgraduate Certificate you can apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status. This is subject to meeting all of the other entry requirements set out by the RCVS in the Applicant Guidance Notes.
The following programmes are recognised PgCs enabling you to apply for the RCVS Advanced Practitioner Status:
Small Animal Medicine, Small Animal Surgery, Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Feline Practice, Exotic Animal Practice, Cardiology, Dentistry & Oral Surgery, Diagnostic Imaging and Emergency Medicine & Surgery.
* Currently the RCVS does not list Endoscopy & Endosurgery as a designated Advanced Practitioner subject so it is not possible to apply for the Advanced Practitioner Status.
For Small Animal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery, there is an additional requirement for evidence of Professional Key Skills CPD, access to this will be provided at the end of your programme. There will be an additional fee to complete this with Harper Adams University, please contact us for more information.
For further information please see RCVS website.
How can I fit a modular CPD programme into my busy life?
Our PgC programmes are flexible to try to enable you to fit study in to busy practice life. With our Clinical PgCs, we have tried to ensure two modules are offered back-to-back for the duration of the course to reduce your travel time and costs and make the learning experience more immersive. With our Medicine and Surgery PgCs, these are run every month from 2-8pm, therefore reducing the amount of time out of practice.
I want to register on a modular course but I may be away for some of the modules. Does this mean I will miss out?
No. We understand that you are busy professionals and aim to be as flexible as possible.
Whilst we need advance notice if you are going to be unable to attend a particular module, we will make every effort to find you an alternative venue and date. If the alternative dates don’t suit, you can attend the missed module when the programme runs the following year. The only restriction is that you need to attend all of the taught modules before you can sit the relevant ISVPS examination.
Venue: Swindon
Start date: 20 January 2021
PgC/GPCert Dentistry and Oral Surgery
7 Dec 2021
What do our customers think of our training?
DVM
BVetMed GPCert(SAS) MRCVS
Oral Examination
20 Jan 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Describe the sequence of events in dental embryology and tooth eruption
- Recognise normal oral and dental anatomy and its variations
- Appreciate normal occlusion in the dog and cat and identify the different classes of malocclusions
- Use correct dental terminology and nomenclature
- Identify and describe the use of dental diagnostic hand instruments
- Perform a detailed oral examination and comprehensively record data on a dental chart
Gerhard Putter
BVSc MANZCVS ( Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery) Dipl.EVDC MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry
Gerhard qualified in South Africa from the University of Pretoria and awarded a BVSc degree, in 1984.
He was accepted as a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgery in 1998. He has been concentrating on veterinary dentistry for at least the last 20 years.
He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery) since 2014. He is a diplomate of the Eu- ropean Veterinary Dental College, a EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Vet- erinary Dentistry and also a RCVS recognised Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry.
He is currently the Public Relations Officer of the British Veterinary Dental
Gerhard is a member of the British Veterinary Dental Association (BVDA),
a member of the European Veterinary Dental Society (EVDS) and a member of the European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians (EAZWV)
He currently works at Specialist Dentalvet providing a specialist oral surgery and dentistry service asMulberry Court Veterinary Surgery in Sudbury, Suffolk, Byre Veterinary Hospital in Peterborough and Wood Street Veterinary Hospital in Barnet.
He exclusively treats dental and oral surgery cases and accepts referred cases. He has a special interest in exotic and zoo animal dentistry and oral surgery.
Anaesthesia and Analgesia
21 Jan 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Provide a balanced approach to anaesthesia and analgesia in dental and oral surgical cases
- Discuss anaesthetic monitoring equipment
- Define commonly encountered anaesthetic complications in dental and oral surgical procedures and discuss ways to minimise such complications
- Summarise the advantages and disadvantages of local anaesthetic nerve blocks in the dog and cat
- Learn how to perform local anaesthetic nerve blocks in the dog and cat
Nicola Grint
BVSc PhD CertVA DVA DiplECVAA MRCVS
Nicki graduated from Bristol Vet School in 2000, and stayed on to undertake an internship and then residency in veterinary anaesthesia. In 2005, she moved to Liverpool Vet School to undertake a three year lectureship post, becoming head of division in 2007.
After leaving Liverpool, Nicki locumed at the Animal Health Trust, the Royal Veterinary College, and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. She completed her PhD in analgesia at Bristol University and holds the RCVS Certificate and Diploma in Veterinary Anaesthesia, and is also a European Diplomate in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia. She ran the anaesthesia service at Cave Veterinary Specialists for 8 years and is now an independent anaesthesia consultant.
×Diagnostic Imaging Theory
11 Mar 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, candidates should be able to:
- Understand the principles of radiology – material, methods and safety considerations
- Describe the techniques and equipment required for intraoral dental radiography in the dog and cat
- Be able to explain bisecting angle and parallel techniques
- Appreciate the indications for and limitations of skull radiography
- Identify normal dental radiographic anatomy and be familiar with common variations
- Discuss the indications for advanced diagnostic imaging techniques, such as CT and MRI
Andrew Perry
BVSc Dip EVDC MRCVS EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Dentistry
Andrew Perry graduated from Liverpool University, UK, in 2000 and worked in mixed and small animal practice until 2011 when he began an alternate pathway residency in dentistry and oral surgery at Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, UK . Andrew became a Diplomate of the European Veterinary Dental College in 2018.
Andrew’s clinical and research interests are focused toward oral surgery, particularly reconstruction techniques and oncologic surgery. Andrew, additionally, co-supervises a full time residency program based at Eastcott Referrals.
Diagnostic Imaging Practical
12 Mar 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, candidates should be able to
- Confidently use the equipment required for dental radiography
- Perform the techniques required to acquire diagnostic intraoral radiographic images in the dog and cat
- Be able to demonstrate bisecting angle and parallel techniques
- Interpret dental and skull radiographic images and recognise commonly encountered pathology
This module includes a practical film reading session.
Andrew Perry
BVSc Dip EVDC MRCVS EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Dentistry
Andrew Perry graduated from Liverpool University, UK, in 2000 and worked in mixed and small animal practice until 2011 when he began an alternate pathway residency in dentistry and oral surgery at Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, UK . Andrew became a Diplomate of the European Veterinary Dental College in 2018.
Andrew’s clinical and research interests are focused toward oral surgery, particularly reconstruction techniques and oncologic surgery. Andrew, additionally, co-supervises a full time residency program based at Eastcott Referrals.
Oral and Dental Disease
29 Apr 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Recognise and describe developmental and congenital abnormalities of the teeth and oral cavity
- Review the commonly encountered acquired oral and dental conditions of the dog and cat including feline gingivostomatitis
- Describe the potential diagnostic pathways for these conditions
- Analyse the advantages and disadvantages of the various treatment options for these conditions
- Evaluate specific case material (photographs and radiographs) in order to discuss potential diagnoses and treatment options
This module includes case discussion including evaluation of photographs and practical film reading.
Gerhard Putter
BVSc MANZCVS ( Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery) Dipl.EVDC MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry
Gerhard qualified in South Africa from the University of Pretoria and awarded a BVSc degree, in 1984.
He was accepted as a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgery in 1998. He has been concentrating on veterinary dentistry for at least the last 20 years.
He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery) since 2014. He is a diplomate of the Eu- ropean Veterinary Dental College, a EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Vet- erinary Dentistry and also a RCVS recognised Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry.
He is currently the Public Relations Officer of the British Veterinary Dental
Gerhard is a member of the British Veterinary Dental Association (BVDA),
a member of the European Veterinary Dental Society (EVDS) and a member of the European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians (EAZWV)
He currently works at Specialist Dentalvet providing a specialist oral surgery and dentistry service asMulberry Court Veterinary Surgery in Sudbury, Suffolk, Byre Veterinary Hospital in Peterborough and Wood Street Veterinary Hospital in Barnet.
He exclusively treats dental and oral surgery cases and accepts referred cases. He has a special interest in exotic and zoo animal dentistry and oral surgery.
Periodontology
30 Apr 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Describe the aetiopathogenesis and pathobiological forms of periodontal disease in the dog and cat
- Discuss the assessment of periodontal health using radiography, probing and charting
- List the potential hazards associated with periodontal therapy (both to operator and patient)
- Summarise the evidence-base surrounding potential homecare options
- Identify ideal cases which could be referred for periodontal surgery, and briefly explain the techniques involved
Gerhard Putter
BVSc MANZCVS ( Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery) Dipl.EVDC MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry
Gerhard qualified in South Africa from the University of Pretoria and awarded a BVSc degree, in 1984.
He was accepted as a member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgery in 1998. He has been concentrating on veterinary dentistry for at least the last 20 years.
He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery) since 2014. He is a diplomate of the Eu- ropean Veterinary Dental College, a EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Vet- erinary Dentistry and also a RCVS recognised Specialist in Veterinary Dentistry.
He is currently the Public Relations Officer of the British Veterinary Dental
Gerhard is a member of the British Veterinary Dental Association (BVDA),
a member of the European Veterinary Dental Society (EVDS) and a member of the European Association of Zoo and Wildlife Veterinarians (EAZWV)
He currently works at Specialist Dentalvet providing a specialist oral surgery and dentistry service asMulberry Court Veterinary Surgery in Sudbury, Suffolk, Byre Veterinary Hospital in Peterborough and Wood Street Veterinary Hospital in Barnet.
He exclusively treats dental and oral surgery cases and accepts referred cases. He has a special interest in exotic and zoo animal dentistry and oral surgery.
Oral Surgery I
10 Jun 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Describe wound healing in the oral cavity, including factors which affect it
- Identify instruments commonly used in oral surgical procedures (including dental extractions)
- Demonstrate how to perform atraumatic tooth extractions using closed and open surgical techniques
- Summarise extraction complications and their avoidance
- Outline the causes of cleft palate and oronasal fistulae in the dog and cat
- Consider the advantages and disadvantages of techniques for cleft palate and oronasal fistula repair in the dog and cat
Rachel Perry
BSc, BVM&S, MANZCVS (Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery), PG Cert (Vet Ed), Dipl.EVDC, MRCVS, EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist, Dentistry, RCVS recognised Specialist, Veterinary Dentistry
Rachel graduated as a veterinary surgeon from Edinburgh University and entered small animal practice where she soon developed an interest in small animal dentistry. Since 2010, her clinical practice has been limited to small animal dentistry and oral surgery; providing clinical referral work, continuing education and consultancy services. In 2012 she passed the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists’ examination in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. In 2016 she passed the European Veterinary Dental College Board examinations to become a Diplomate and EBVS ® European Veterinary Specialist in dentistry. She was granted RCVS Specialist status in 2017.
She has lectured nationally and internationally and published original research and review articles in journals, textbooks and on-line platforms, and is regularly involved in on-line and in-house teaching for under- and post-graduate vets and nurses. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, and is peer reviewer for journals such as; Journal of Small Animal Practice, Australian Veterinary Journal, Companion Animal, In Practice, Veterinary Record Case reports and PLOS-ONE.
She serves on the board of the European Veterinary Dental College as Member at Large, and also serves on the examination committee.
×Oral Surgery I Practical Techniques
11 Jun 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module delegates should be able to:
- Describe and perform local anaesthetic nerve blocks in the dog and cat
- Assess periodontal health via radiography, probing and charting
- Demonstrate thorough periodontal therapy using scaling, closed sub-gingival debridement and polishing techniques
- Perform atraumatic tooth extractions using closed and open surgical techniques
- Repair cleft palate defects and oronasal fistulae
Rachel Perry
BSc, BVM&S, MANZCVS (Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery), PG Cert (Vet Ed), Dipl.EVDC, MRCVS, EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist, Dentistry, RCVS recognised Specialist, Veterinary Dentistry
Rachel graduated as a veterinary surgeon from Edinburgh University and entered small animal practice where she soon developed an interest in small animal dentistry. Since 2010, her clinical practice has been limited to small animal dentistry and oral surgery; providing clinical referral work, continuing education and consultancy services. In 2012 she passed the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists’ examination in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. In 2016 she passed the European Veterinary Dental College Board examinations to become a Diplomate and EBVS ® European Veterinary Specialist in dentistry. She was granted RCVS Specialist status in 2017.
She has lectured nationally and internationally and published original research and review articles in journals, textbooks and on-line platforms, and is regularly involved in on-line and in-house teaching for under- and post-graduate vets and nurses. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, and is peer reviewer for journals such as; Journal of Small Animal Practice, Australian Veterinary Journal, Companion Animal, In Practice, Veterinary Record Case reports and PLOS-ONE.
She serves on the board of the European Veterinary Dental College as Member at Large, and also serves on the examination committee.
×Oral Surgery II
15 Jul 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Discuss the classes of dentoalveolar trauma and analyse treatment options
- Describe the biomechanics of jaw fracture repair
- Evaluate the invasive and non-invasive treatment options for jaw fracture repair and symphyseal separation in the dog and cat
- Diagnose and describe management options for traumatic temporomandibular joint disorders
- Know when to refer cases with complex oral pathology
Andrew Perry
BVSc Dip EVDC MRCVS EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Dentistry
Andrew Perry graduated from Liverpool University, UK, in 2000 and worked in mixed and small animal practice until 2011 when he began an alternate pathway residency in dentistry and oral surgery at Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, UK . Andrew became a Diplomate of the European Veterinary Dental College in 2018.
Andrew’s clinical and research interests are focused toward oral surgery, particularly reconstruction techniques and oncologic surgery. Andrew, additionally, co-supervises a full time residency program based at Eastcott Referrals.
Oral Surgery II Practical Techniques
16 Jul 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module delegates should be able to:
- Stabilise a symphyseal separation using wire
- Perform interdental wiring
- Repair mandibular fractures
- Approach the temporomandibular joint surgically
Andrew Perry
BVSc Dip EVDC MRCVS EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist in Dentistry
Andrew Perry graduated from Liverpool University, UK, in 2000 and worked in mixed and small animal practice until 2011 when he began an alternate pathway residency in dentistry and oral surgery at Eastcott Referrals, Swindon, UK . Andrew became a Diplomate of the European Veterinary Dental College in 2018.
Andrew’s clinical and research interests are focused toward oral surgery, particularly reconstruction techniques and oncologic surgery. Andrew, additionally, co-supervises a full time residency program based at Eastcott Referrals.
Oncology
7 Oct 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module delegates should be able to:
- Explain the spectrum of oral masses including inflammatory, hyperplastic, cystic, benign neoplastic and malignant, using current terminology
- Describe the clinical and radiographic appearance of odontogenic tumours in the dog and cat
- Define the commonly encountered non-odontogenic tumours of the dog and cat, describe clinical and radiographic appearances, and evaluate treatment options
- Discuss with clients more advanced oral surgical techniques such as unilateral and bilateral rostral mandibulectomy and rostral maxillectomy
Owen Davies
MA VetMB MVetMed MANZCVS(SAM) DACVIM(Oncology) MRCVS RCVS & American Specialist in Veterinary Oncology
Owen is an RCVS and American recognized specialist in veterinary oncology. Before his residency at the Royal Veterinary College he spent 9 years in general practice, including mixed, small animal, private and charity work. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists (chapter of small animal medicine), a diplomat of the ACVIM(oncology) and holds a Master’s degree based on research into canine lymphoma. Owen currently works at Highcroft Veterinary Referrals in Bristol.
×Exotic Animal Dentistry
8 Oct 2021 | SwindonBy the end of this module, delegates should be able to:
- Recognise normal dental and oral anatomy in rabbits and guinea pigs
- Identify the factors which adversely affect dental and oral health in these species
- Evaluate the treatment options for overgrown incisors, molars and traumatic injuries to teeth
- Discuss treatment options for abscesses and caries
- Provide advice on the prevention of dental disease in these species and ethical considerations for the treatment of advanced disease in these species
This module includes a practical session
Richard A. Saunders
BSc (Hons) BVSc FRSB CBiol DZooMed (Mammalian) DipECZM(ZHM) MRCVS RCVS Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine (Mammalian) European Specialist in Zoological Medicine (ZHM)
Richard Saunders is a Staff Veterinarian at Bristol Zoo Gardens and Clinical Teacher at the University of Bristol. Additionally, he sees referral exotic pets at Highcroft veterinary Referrals, Bristol, and is the veterinary adviser to the Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund. He qualified in 1994, obtaining his DZooMed (Mammalian) in 2010. He has authored numerous articles on rabbits, rodents and other wild and exotic species, and has contributed to a number of textbooks, including co-authoring "Notes on Rabbit Internal Medicine", as well as several chapters for the new editions of the BSAVA Rabbit Manuals, and has co-authored "Rabbit behaviour and Welfare".
×Advanced Veterinary Dental Techniques I
6 Dec 2021 | SwindonBy the end of these modules, delegates should be able to:
- Describe the pathophysiology of the pulp-dentine complex and its response to trauma
- Identify disorders which may be referred for endodontic therapies (root canal therapy, vital pulp therapy)
- Appreciate the steps involved in performing root canal therapy and vital pulp therapy, and discuss success rates and complications
- Explain the classes of malocclusion seen in the dog and cat, and summarise the treatment options
- Consider the ethical considerations of performing orthodontic treatments
- Discuss the basic principles and techniques of orthodontic tooth movement
- Demonstrate knowledge of the indications for and process of performing crown therapy (prosthodontics) in the dog and cat
- Summarise restorative techniques, materials and indications
Rachel Perry
BSc, BVM&S, MANZCVS (Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery), PG Cert (Vet Ed), Dipl.EVDC, MRCVS, EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist, Dentistry, RCVS recognised Specialist, Veterinary Dentistry
Rachel graduated as a veterinary surgeon from Edinburgh University and entered small animal practice where she soon developed an interest in small animal dentistry. Since 2010, her clinical practice has been limited to small animal dentistry and oral surgery; providing clinical referral work, continuing education and consultancy services. In 2012 she passed the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists’ examination in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. In 2016 she passed the European Veterinary Dental College Board examinations to become a Diplomate and EBVS ® European Veterinary Specialist in dentistry. She was granted RCVS Specialist status in 2017.
She has lectured nationally and internationally and published original research and review articles in journals, textbooks and on-line platforms, and is regularly involved in on-line and in-house teaching for under- and post-graduate vets and nurses. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, and is peer reviewer for journals such as; Journal of Small Animal Practice, Australian Veterinary Journal, Companion Animal, In Practice, Veterinary Record Case reports and PLOS-ONE.
She serves on the board of the European Veterinary Dental College as Member at Large, and also serves on the examination committee.
×Advanced Veterinary Dental Techniques II
7 Dec 2021 | SwindonThis is the second of two days allocated to advanced veterinary dental techniques. Full learning objectives can be found under Module 13.
Rachel Perry
BSc, BVM&S, MANZCVS (Small Animal Dentistry & Oral Surgery), PG Cert (Vet Ed), Dipl.EVDC, MRCVS, EBVS® European Veterinary Specialist, Dentistry, RCVS recognised Specialist, Veterinary Dentistry
Rachel graduated as a veterinary surgeon from Edinburgh University and entered small animal practice where she soon developed an interest in small animal dentistry. Since 2010, her clinical practice has been limited to small animal dentistry and oral surgery; providing clinical referral work, continuing education and consultancy services. In 2012 she passed the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists’ examination in small animal dentistry and oral surgery. In 2016 she passed the European Veterinary Dental College Board examinations to become a Diplomate and EBVS ® European Veterinary Specialist in dentistry. She was granted RCVS Specialist status in 2017.
She has lectured nationally and internationally and published original research and review articles in journals, textbooks and on-line platforms, and is regularly involved in on-line and in-house teaching for under- and post-graduate vets and nurses. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, and is peer reviewer for journals such as; Journal of Small Animal Practice, Australian Veterinary Journal, Companion Animal, In Practice, Veterinary Record Case reports and PLOS-ONE.
She serves on the board of the European Veterinary Dental College as Member at Large, and also serves on the examination committee.
×Venue: Swindon
Start date: 20 January 2021
PgC/GPCert Dentistry and Oral Surgery
7 Dec 2021
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- Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Where all available places are full, applicants will be offered first refusal for the next available date.
- Improve International reserves the right to close the intake early if the number of applications received exceeds the number of available places.
- Confirmation and enrolment details will then be sent to applicants once we have received a completed application form.
Venue: Swindon
Start date: 20 January 2021
PgC/GPCert Dentistry and Oral Surgery
7 Dec 2021
What do our customers think of our training?
DVM
BVetMed GPCert(SAS) MRCVS
Venue: Swindon
Start date: 20 January 2021
PgC/GPCert Dentistry and Oral Surgery
7 Dec 2021
What do our customers think of our training?
DVM
BVetMed GPCert(SAS) MRCVS