Help! I broke it! How to rescue a dental from disaster.
19 Nov 2026
CVS Vets Live
Dental procedures don't always go to plan. From fractured roots and difficult extractions to unexpected complications, every veterinary professional will encounter the occasional dental disaster. This practical session explores common pitfalls in small animal dentistry and provides tips, techniques and troubleshooting strategies to help clinicians stay calm, minimise complications and achieve successful outcomes when things go wrong.
- By the end of this session, delegates will be able to:
- Recognise common complications encountered during small animal dental procedures.
- Apply practical techniques to manage and resolve challenging dental extractions and procedures.
- Identify when to persist, adapt their approach, or seek additional support.
- Develop strategies to reduce the risk of complications and improve clinical outcomes.