Learn more about our Level I Weekend: 6/20-6/21/26 brought to you by the Center of Excellence partner: Youlan Medical.

The full Level 1 training weekend is a two-day course open to veterinarians, technicians, and assistants, and includes:

Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy (Saturday, 8 a.m. - noon)

• 2  hours of lecture and 2 hours of hands-on laboratory
• Attendees will gain expertise in performing a dental prophylaxis, including supra and subgingival scaling and root planning (both ultrasonic and hand), polishing, oral exam and charting, and periocutaneous application.

Dental Radiology & Interpretation (Saturday, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.)

• 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• Take the frustration out of dental radiology.  Attendees will learn how to take full-mouth dog and cat radiographs.  We will use a new technique that does NOT require determining bisecting angles.  Anyone can take diagnostic radiographs easily and consistently.
• Dental radiology lab with an interactive discussion on dental radiograph interpretation.

Basic Extractions (Sunday, 8 a.m. - noon)

• 1-hour lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• The lecture will begin with a discussion of equipment needs, followed by a coverage of pain management. Following this, we will cover techniques for single and double-root teeth in both lecture and laboratory sessions.

Advanced Extractions (Sunday, 12:30 p.m. - 5 p.m.)

• 30-minute lecture and 3.5 hours of hands-on laboratory
• This laboratory is designed for veterinarians with significant extraction experience.  This lab will cover carnassial, molar, and canine extractions, as well as ONF repair.

The two-day weekend Level I course is approved for 16 hours of CE through RACE

DATES:

June 20-21, 2026

LOCATION:

Classes are located at the VDS Flagship in San Diego

5775 Chesapeake Ct, San Diego, CA 92123

QUESTIONS:

Contact info@vdspets.com

Learn more about our Level I Extractions Bundle brought to you by the Center of Excellence partner: Youlan Medical.

The Basic and Advanced Level 1 training includes:

Basic Extractions (Sunday, 8 a.m. - noon)

• 1-hour lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• The lecture part will initiate with a discussion of equipment needs and then cover pain management. Following this, we will cover techniques for single and double-root teeth in both lecture and laboratory sessions.

Advanced Extractions (Sunday, 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

• 30-minute lecture and 3.5 hours of hands-on laboratory
• This laboratory is designed for veterinarians with significant extraction experience.  This lab will cover carnassial, molar, and canine extractions, as well as ONF repair.

The two courses are approved for a total of 8 hours of CE through RACE.

*Please note: *Techs may register for extraction classes if the tech’s state of residence allows technicians to perform extractions.

DATES:

June 21, 2026

LOCATION:

Classes are located at the VDS Flagship in San Diego

5775 Chesapeake Ct, San Diego, CA 92123

QUESTIONS:

Contact info@vdspets.com

Exclusive for Banfield Employees.

RACE-APPROVED LECTURES FOR BANFIELD VETS & TECHS

DATES: May 31, 2026

LOCATION: VDS Flagship in San Diego, 5775 Chesapeake Ct, San Diego, CA 92123

DETAILS: Limited to 30 students | 8 Hours of CE Credit | Lunch & Snacks Included

COST: $1,100

TOPICS: Join Dr. Brook Niemiec for a day of hands-on vet dental learning covering: Dental Radiology & Interpretation, and Extractions

Dental Radiology & Interpretation 

• 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• Take the frustration out of dental radiology.  Attendees will learn how to take full-mouth dog and cat radiographs.  We will use a new technique that does NOT require determining bisecting angles.  Anyone can take diagnostic radiographs easily and consistently.
• Dental radiology lab with an interactive discussion on dental radiograph interpretation.

Basic Extractions 

• 1-hour lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• The lecture part will initiate with a discussion of equipment needs and then cover pain management. Following this, we will cover techniques for single and double-root teeth in both lecture and laboratory sessions.

REMINDERS

• Contact info@vdspets.com
• PLEASE REMEMBER THESE ARE WET LABS! RECOMMENDED ATTIRE IS SCRUBS AND CLOSED-TOED SHOES!
• Our cancellation policy:
  • After registering, please advise us (at info@vdspets.com) if you would like to change the names on the reservations or if you will be requesting that the cancellation be completed at the terms below.

    See full policy at: https://www.vdspets.com/class-terms-cancellations/

    • 60+ days before the event – 10% Cancellation Fee
    • 15 to 59 days prior to the event – 50% Cancellation Fee
    • 14 days prior to the event – No Refund
    • 10% Admin fee to change names; the attendee must take the same classes as the registered attendee.
    • Conference date changes are considered cancellations and will be charged at the Cancellation rate above

Exclusive for Banfield Employees.

RACE-APPROVED LECTURES FOR BANFIELD VETS & TECHS

DATES: August 16, 2026

LOCATION: Irvine | 1350 Reynolds Ave Ste 116, Irvine, CA 92614

DETAILS: Limited to 30 students | 8 Hours of CE Credit | Lunch & Snacks Included

COST: $1,100

TOPICS: Join Dr. Brook Niemiec for a day of hands-on vet dental learning covering: Dental Radiology & Interpretation, and Extractions

Dental Radiology & Interpretation 

• 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• Take the frustration out of dental radiology.  Attendees will learn how to take full-mouth dog and cat radiographs.  We will use a new technique that does NOT require determining bisecting angles.  Anyone can take diagnostic radiographs easily and consistently.
• Dental radiology lab with an interactive discussion on dental radiograph interpretation.

Basic Extractions 

• 1-hour lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• The lecture part will initiate with a discussion of equipment needs and then cover pain management. Following this, we will cover techniques for single and double-root teeth in both lecture and laboratory sessions.

REMINDERS

• Contact info@vdspets.com
• PLEASE REMEMBER THESE ARE WET LABS! RECOMMENDED ATTIRE IS SCRUBS AND CLOSED-TOED SHOES!
• Our cancellation policy:
  • After registering, please advise us (at info@vdspets.com) if you would like to change the names on the reservations or if you will be requesting that the cancellation be completed at the terms below.

    See full policy at: https://www.vdspets.com/class-terms-cancellations/

    • 60+ days before the event – 10% Cancellation Fee
    • 15 to 59 days prior to the event – 50% Cancellation Fee
    • 14 days prior to the event – No Refund
    • 10% Admin fee to change names; the attendee must take the same classes as the registered attendee.
    • Conference date changes are considered cancellations and will be charged at the Cancellation rate above

Exclusive for Banfield Employees.

RACE-APPROVED LECTURES FOR BANFIELD VETS & TECHS

DATES: September 20, 2026

LOCATION: Venutra | 2199 Sperry Ave, Ventura, CA 93003

DETAILS: Limited to 30 students | 8 Hours of CE Credit | Lunch & Snacks Included

COST: $1,100

TOPICS: Join Dr. Brook Niemiec for a day of hands-on vet dental learning covering: Dental Radiology & Interpretation, and Extractions

Dental Radiology & Interpretation 

• 1 hour of lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• Take the frustration out of dental radiology.  Attendees will learn how to take full-mouth dog and cat radiographs.  We will use a new technique that does NOT require determining bisecting angles.  Anyone can take diagnostic radiographs easily and consistently.
• Dental radiology lab with an interactive discussion on dental radiograph interpretation.

Basic Extractions 

• 1-hour lecture and 3 hours of hands-on laboratory
• The lecture part will initiate with a discussion of equipment needs and then cover pain management. Following this, we will cover techniques for single and double-root teeth in both lecture and laboratory sessions.

REMINDERS

• Contact info@vdspets.com
• PLEASE REMEMBER THESE ARE WET LABS! RECOMMENDED ATTIRE IS SCRUBS AND CLOSED-TOED SHOES!
• Our cancellation policy:
  • After registering, please advise us (at info@vdspets.com) if you would like to change the names on the reservations or if you will be requesting that the cancellation be completed at the terms below.

    See full policy at: https://www.vdspets.com/class-terms-cancellations/

    • 60+ days before the event – 10% Cancellation Fee
    • 15 to 59 days prior to the event – 50% Cancellation Fee
    • 14 days prior to the event – No Refund
    • 10% Admin fee to change names; the attendee must take the same classes as the registered attendee.
    • Conference date changes are considered cancellations and will be charged at the Cancellation rate above