Become a professional in one of the most in-demand fields of the moment: train in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery with this comprehensive online Postgraduate diploma”

The trend within the veterinary profession is to specialize in a specific field. We must be prepared to offer the best diagnostics and dental treatments available in the veterinary field today.  The demand put on this sector is increasing more and more, both on the level of a veterinary clinic and on the level of big hospital center. That is why a high grade specialization course is required.

For the last 15 years, Veterinary Dentistry has become a clinical sector with high demand among our patients' owners. Pets are increasingly coming to the Veterinary Clinic for dental treatment, which are aimed at improving the oral and dental health of our patients as well as maintaining and preserving their teeth. The role of a veterinary dentist is now a reality and, as such, we must be prepared. 

The Postgraduate diploma in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery is a response to the needs and demands of veterinary clinicians who, based on the high number of cases they encounter, seek to offer the best service to their patients. 

The teaching team that makes up the Postgraduate diploma in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery is composed of veterinary professionals specializing in the different subjects taught in the course, with extensive experience both at a teaching and practical level. They are familiar with university training, teaching courses, degrees and different postgraduate courses related to the veterinary profession, and specifically Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery. These lecturers are active professionals, both at university and clinical level, working in leading veterinary centres and participating in various research projects. 

The modules developed in the Postgraduate diploma in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery have been selected with the aim of offering the veterinary clinician the possibility of taking a step further in their future as a specialist in Dentistry and to develop specialized theoretical and practical knowledge to confidently face any oral and maxillofacial procedure that they may encounter in their daily practice. 

The advanced knowledge developed in this Postgraduate diploma is supported by the clinical experience of the authors, as well as scientific articles and publications directly related to the modern day veterinary dentistry sector. 

This Postgraduate diploma provides students with all the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to safely tackle any oral and maxillofacial procedure in the studied species. 

A Postgraduate diploma that will enable you to work in all fields of Veterinary Dentistry with the competence of a high-level professional”

This Postgraduate diploma in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery offers you the advantages of a high-level scientific, teaching, and technological course. These are some of its most notable features: 

• Latest technology in online teaching software
• Highly visual teaching system, supported by graphic and schematic contents that are easy to assimilate and understand
• Practical cases presented by practising experts
• State-of-the-art interactive video systems
• Teaching supported by telepractice
• Continuous updating and recycling systems
• Self-regulating learning: full compatibility with other occupations
• Practical exercises for self-evaluation and learning verification
• Support groups and educational synergies: questions to the expert, debate and knowledge forums
• Communication with the teacher and individual reflection work
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection
• Supplementary documentation databases are permanently available, even after the course

Receive complete and appropriate training in Veterinary Dentistry with this highly effective Postgraduate diploma and open new paths to your professional progress"

Our teaching staff is made up of professionals from different fields related to this specialty. In this way, we ensure that we provide you with the training update we are aiming for. A multidisciplinary team of professionals trained and experienced in different environments, who will cover the theoretical knowledge in an efficient way, but, above all, will put the practical knowledge derived from their own experience at the service of the course: one of the differential qualities of this course. 

This mastery of the subject is complemented by the effectiveness of the methodological design of this Postgraduate diploma in Feline Dentistry and Oral Surgery. Developed by a multidisciplinary team of e-learning experts, it integrates the latest advances in educational technology. This way, you will be able to study with a range of comfortable and versatile multimedia tools that will give you the operability you need in your training.  

The design of this program is based on Problem-Based Learning: an approach that conceives learning as a highly practical process. To achieve this remotely, we will use telepractice:  with the help of an innovative interactive video system, and learning from an expert, you will be able to acquire the knowledge as if you were actually dealing with the scenario you are learning about. A concept that will allow you to integrate and fix learning in a more realistic and permanent way.

You will be supported by the experience of expert professionals who will contribute their experience in this area to the program, making this training a unique opportunity for professional growth"

The contents of this program have been developed by the different experts on this course, with a clear purpose: to ensure that our students acquire each and every one of the necessary skills to become true experts in this field.  

A complete and well-structured program that will take you to the highest standards of quality and success.

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life"

Module 1. Dental and Oral Cavity Anatomy in Small Animals 

1.1. Embryology and Odontogenesis. Terminology

1.1.1. Embryology 
1.1.2. Dental Rash 
1.1.3. Odontogenesis and the Periodontium 
1.1.4. Dental Terminology 

1.2. The Oral Cavity Occlusion and malocclusion

1.2.1. The Oral Cavity 
1.2.2. Occlusion in Dogs        
1.2.3. Occlusion in Cats          
1.2.4. Mandibular Prognathism 
1.2.5. Mandibular Brachycephalism 
1.2.6. Wry Bite 
1.2.7. Narrow Mandible 
1.2.8. Anterior Crossbite 
1.2.9. Malocclusion of the Canine Tooth 
1.2.10. Premolar and Molar Malocclusion 
1.2.11. Malocclusion Associated with Persistence of Primary Teeth 

1.3. Dental Anatomy in the Dog 

1.3.1. Dental Formula 
1.3.2. Types of Teeth 
1.3.3. Dental Composition  

1.3.3.1. Enamel, Dentine, Pulp 

1.3.4. Terminology 

1.4. Periodontal Anatomy in the Dog 

1.4.1. Gum 
1.4.2. Periodontal Ligament 
1.4.3. Cementum 
1.4.4. Alveolar Bone 

1.5. Dental Anatomy in Cats 

1.5.1. Dental Formula 
1.5.2. Types of Teeth 
1.5.3. Dental Composition 
1.5.4. Terminology 

1.6. Periodontal Anatomy in Cats 

1.6.1. Gum 
1.6.2. Periodontal Ligament 
1.6.3. Cementum 
1.6.4. Alveolar Bone 

1.7. Bone and Joint Anatomy 

1.7.1. Skull 
1.7.2. Facial Region 
1.7.3. Maxillary Region 
1.7.4. Mandibular Region 
1.7.5. Temporomandibular Joint 

1.8. Muscular Anatomy 

1.8.1. Masseter Muscle 
1.8.2. Temporal Muscle 
1.8.3. Pterygoid Muscle 
1.8.4. Digastric Muscle 
1.8.5. Muscles of the Tongue 
1.8.6. Muscles of the Soft Palate 
1.8.7. Muscles of Facial Expression 
1.8.8. Head Fascia 

1.9. Neurovascular Anatomy 

1.9.1. Motor Nerves 
1.9.2. Sensitive Nerves 
1.9.3. Brachiocephalic Trunk 
1.9.4. Common Carotid Artery 
1.9.5. External Carotid Artery 
1.9.6. Internal Carotid Artery 

1.10. Anatomy of the Tongue, Palate, Lymphonodes and Glands

1.10.1. Hard Palate 
1.10.2. Soft Palate 
1.10.3. Canine Tongue 
1.10.4. Feline Tongue 
1.10.5. Lymphonodes and Tonsils 

10.6. Salivary Glands 

Module 2. Dentistry in Feline Veterinary 

2.1.    General Basis of Feline Dentistry 

2.1.1. Introduction  
2.1.2. Dental Equipment 

2.1.2.1. Basic Equipment  
2.1.2.2. Specific Equipment 

2.2. Materials and Instrumentation for Felines

2.2.1. Basic Instruments  
2.2.2. Specific Instruments 
2.2.3. Fungibles 
2.2.4. Methods of Oral Impression Preparation 

2.3. Oral Examination and Assessment of the Cat

2.3.1. Medical History 
2.3.2. Oral Examination with the Patient Awake 
2.3.3. Oral Examination with Sedated or Anaesthetised Patient 
2.3.4. Registration and Odontogram 

2.4. Periodontal Disease 

2.4.1. Gingivitis 
2.4.2. Periodontitis 
2.4.3. Pathophysiology of Periodontal Disease 
2.4.4. Gingival and Alveolar Bone Retraction 
2.4.5. Periodontal Profilaxia 
2.4.6. Periodontal Therapy 
2.4.7. Postoperative Care 

2.5. Feline Oral Pathology 

2.5.1. Halitosis 
2.5.2. Dental Traumatism 
2.5.3. Cleft Palate 
2.5.4. Dental Fractures 
2.5.5. Oronasal Fistulas 
2.5.6. Temporomandibular Joint  

2.6. Feline Gingivostomatitis 

2.6.1. Introduction 
2.6.2. Clinical Signs  
2.6.3. Diagnosis 
2.6.4. Complementary Tests 
2.6.5. Medical Treatment 
2.6.6. Surgical Management 

2.7. Feline Dental Resorption 

2.7.1. Introduction 
2.7.2. Pathogenesis and Clinical Signs 
2.7.3. Diagnosis 
2.7.4. Complementary Tests 
2.7.5. Treatment 
2.7.6. Treatment

2.8. Dental Extraction 

2.8.1. Anatomical Concepts 
2.8.2. Indications 
2.8.3. Anatomical Particularities 
2.8.3. Surgical Management 
2.8.5. Odontosection  
2.8.4. Flaps 
2.8.5. Post-Operative Treatment 

2.9. Endodontics  

2.9.1. Basis of Endodontics 
2.9.2. Specific Materials 
2.9.3. Indications 
2.9.4. Diagnosis 
2.9.5. Surgical Technique 
2.9.6. Post-Operative Care 
2.9.7. Complications 

2.10. Maxillofacial Fractures 

2.10.1. Emergencies 
2.10.2. Stabilisation of the Patient 
2.10.3. Clinical Examination 
2.10.4. Treatment                
2.10.5. Therapeutics and Postoperative Care 
2.10.6. Complications 

Module 3. Oral Cavity Surgery in Small Animals 

3.1. Surgical Pathology and Surgery of the Cheeks and Lips 

3.1.1. Chewing Injuries 
3.1.2. Lacerations 
3.1.3. Lip Avulsion 
3.1.4. Necrosis 
3.1.5. Cheilitis and Dermatitis 
3.1.6. Inappropriate Salivation 
3.1.7. Tight Lip 
3.1.8. Cleft Lip 

3.2. Surgical Pathology and Tongue Surgery 

3.2.1. Congenital Disorders 
3.2.2. Infectious Disorders 
3.2.3. Trauma 
3.2.4. Miscellaneous 
3.2.5. Neoplasms and Hyperplastic Lesions  

3.3. Oropharyngeal Disorders 

3.3.1. Dysphagia  
3.3.2. Penetrating Wounds to the Pharynx 

3.4. Surgical Pathology of the Tonsils 

3.4.1. Tonsil Inflammation 
3.4.2. Tonsil Neoplasia 

3.5. Surgical Pathology of the Palate 

3.5.1. Congenital Defects of the Palate 

3.5.1.1. Cleft Lip 
3.5.1.2. Cleft Palate 

3.5.2. Acquired Defects of the Palate

3.5.2.1. Oro-Nasal Fistula 
3.5.2.2. Trauma 

3.6. Surgical Pathology of the Salivary Glands in the Dog 

3.6.1. Surgical Diseases of the Salivary Glands 

3.6.1.1. Sialocele 
3.6.1.2. Sialoliths 
3.6.1.3. Salivary Gland Neoplasia 

3.6.2. Surgical Technique 

3.7. Oncological Surgery of the Oral Cavity in Dogs and Cats 

3.7.1. Sample Collection 
3.7.2. Benign Neoplasms 
3.7.3. Malignant Neoplasms 
3.7.4. Surgical Management 

3.8. Surgical Pathology of the TMJ.Surgical Pathology of the TMJ 

3.8.1. Temporomandibular Joint Dysplasia 
3.8.2. Fractures and Dislocations  

3.9. Introduction to Jaw Fractures

3.9.1. Principles of Fracture Repair 
3.9.2. Biomechanics of Jaw Fractures 
3.9.3. Techniques in the Treatment of Fractures 

3.10. Mandibular Fractures in the Dog and Cat 

3.10.1. Fractures of the Jaw 
3.10.2. Fracture 

A comprehensive teaching program, structured in well-developed teaching units, oriented towards learning that is compatible with your personal and professional life"