This lecture will describe common conditions found within the oral cavity of dogs and cats. It will give a brief overview of periodontal disease, tooth trauma and potential treatment options for teeth with endodontic disease. The presentation will also discuss tooth resorption in both dogs and cats.
Learning Objectives:
- Describe periodontal disease and the staging of periodontal disease.
- Describe the different types of tooth trauma and potential treatment options of endodontic disease.
- Identify evidence of tooth resorption and treatment options.
Language: English
Recorded on January 8, 2026.
1 hour according to § 10(2) of the ATF Statutes as mandatory continuing education for ATF members.
ATF hours are recognized by the ÖTK as educational hours.
Recognition according to the guidelines of the Society of Swiss Veterinarians is possible.
The accreditation of CE Points is approved under the condition of a positive completion of the test in the specified period and is valid from January 8, 2026 - January 8, 2027
Speaker:
Brenda L. Mulherin
DVM, Diplomate AVDC
Brenda graduated with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Iowa State University. She entered private practice for a few years before returning to teach at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Mulherin completed a Dentistry and Oral Surgery Residency with the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2014. She became a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College in 2015.
Dr. Mulherin is a Full Clinical Professor at Iowa State University and is charged with small animal dentistry education for veterinary students. Recently, Dr. Mulherin was the editor of a veterinary dental radiology textbook entitled Veterinary Oral Diagnostic Imaging. This book is a compilation of imaging techniques and interpretation for companion animals, including canine, feline and equine species. It also includes information on zoo and exotic animals.
Dr. Mulherin enjoys lecturing and educating general practitioners as well as veterinary students in the art of veterinary dentistry.
