Overcoming Fear and Anxiety

Pets get anxious. VDS has a special way to help care for them while they are in our hands. Learn about our "no sedate and wait" policy.

EXTRACTION OF RETAINED ROOTS

Root fracture during extractions is very common in veterinary dentistry.  The removal of retained root tips may seem a daunting task, but with proper...

Canela

This is the story of Canela and her broken mandible. Why is the adorable Frenchie wearing a full-face muzzle? Is she aggressive? Nothing could be fur...

VDS Quarterly January 2025

The January 2025 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on the importance of extractions

Ultrasonic Scaling and the Importance of Proper Equipment

Read on to learn the proper scaling techniques and how the right equipment affects outcomes

Presentation References

Find references and links to past speaking presentations.

VDS Quarterly January 2024

The January 2024 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on proper instrument care.

VDS Quarterly November 2023

The November 2023 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on periodontal disease.

VDS Quarterly August 2023

The August 2023 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on ergonomics.

Ergonomic Resources For The Human-Side

Ergonomic resources to support you, the vet pro.

Dr. Maria Mouallem

Dr. Maria Mouallem is the founder of "Vetlivery Mobile Clinic", the first and only mobile clinic in Lebanon and the Middle East created and fully oper...

VDS Quarterly June 2023

The June 2023 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on base narrow canines in dogs.

Ariel's Cardiac Disease and Anesthesia Case

It has been shown that cardiac patients are at minimally increased risk for anesthesia.  In fact, most patients with comorbidities can safely have an...

Princess Conquers Her Tumor

This is Princess. This darling feline was presented to a Reno office a year ago for a large tumor on her maxillary left.

VDS Quarterly March 2023

The March 2023 edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on anesthesia for dentistry in older patients or those with comorbidities.

Erin P. Ribka, DVM, DAVDC Presents

Join the NVMA Dinner on April 4th at 7 pm for CE with Erin P. Ribka, DVM, DAVDC in Pensacola, Florida to hear her present on Canine and Feline Oral Pa...

VDS Quarterly December 2022

The fourth edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on uncomplicated crown fractures.

VDS Quarterly November 2022

The third edition of the VDS Quarterly focuses on the bacteriome.

Leukoplakia in Dogs & Cats

A recent VDS leukoplakia case showed the need to test every abnormal finding in the mouth.

VDS Quarterly September 2022

The second edition of the VDS Quarterly showcases recent advances in veterinary dental oral surgery focusing on extractions.

Rema and her Talladium Crowns

Meet Rema. She is an almost 3-year-old explosives detection agent for the BART Police (Bay Area Rapid Transit). We met her because her worn-down teeth...

Chewy's Fractured Canine

Here is a little Chewy, just before his dental procedure. He fractured his upper canine.

Periodontal Disease in Dogs: Characterizing the Oral Bacteriome

New MiDOG research characterizes the oral microbiome of healthy and disease-state dogs.

VDS Quarterly June 2022

The first edition of the VDS Quarterly showcases recent advances in veterinary dental oral surgery.

Cade's Malocclusion

Meet Cade and learn more about his malocclusion and palatine trauma.

Meet The Baying Beagle: Leah

Leah, an approximately 10-year-old FS Beagle, she came to VDS for her help eating.

What to Expect

Pet Parents, here's what to expect at your first pet dental appointment at VDS.

Anesthesia-Free Dental Procedures

VDS’ Stance on Anesthesia-Free Dentistry Many pet owners have heard of anesthesia-free dental cleanings, please take some time to learn more abo...

Washington Post- Taking Care of Dog Teeth

See VDS's own Chief of Staff, Brook A. Niemiec featured in the Washington Post