Practical Dentistry - the first steps

About the Course

The two-day course comprises lectures, live-horse practicals and panel discussions with some of the leading clinicians in the field of equine dentistry. 

The lectures will cover clinical anatomy, physiology, and developmental and acquired disease of incisors, canines, cheek teeth and periodontal tissues. The small group practical classes will allow delegates to be guided in the practice of thorough oral examination and routine floating of teeth with both hand rasps and motorised equipment.  There will be a range of dental equipment available to use, and on display for purchase from our sponsors. However, delegates are encouraged to bring their own equipment for use in the practicals and be guided in their use by the tutors.  

There will be the opportunity for delegates to attend a course meal on Saturday 21st November (Please note: the delegate meal and accommodation are not included in the registration fee).

Key Learning Objectives

• Be able to recognise common dental disorders encountered in general practice
• Gain theoretical knowledge and practical experience with a range of dental instruments
• Gain theoretical and practical skills in routine equine dental care
• Understand the clinical anatomy & physiology of the equine mouth and teeth
• Understand the principles of routine dental imaging

Course Organiser

Mr Tim Barnett BSc (Hons) BVM&S MSc CertAVP DipECVS DipEVDC(Eq) MRCVS, Suffolk

Course Speakers

Nicky Brooks MA VetMB CertAVP(EP) BAEDT MRCVS, Dorset
Mark Grant MA VetMB BSc PhD CertAVP(ED) BAEDT MRCVS, Suffolk
Sam Hole BSc(Hons) BVM&S CertAVP(EP) CertAVP(ED) DipEVDC(Eq) BAEDT MRCVS, Staffordshire
Victoria Nicholls BSc(Hons) BVetMed CertAVP(EM) CertAVP(ED) BAEDT MRCVS, Cheshire
Rob Pascoe BVSc BAEDT DipAVDC(Eq) BAEDT MRCVS, Kent
Richard Reardon BVetMed DipECVS DipEVDC(Eq) MRCVS, Midlothian
Amy Reynolds BVetMed CertAVP(ED) BAEDT MRCVS, Dorset
Neil Townsend MSc BVSc CertES(ST) DipECVS DipEVDC(Eq) MRCVS, Gloucestershire

Course Fees

• BEVA Members      £245
• Non-members        £490

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Covid-19

We plan to hold all advertised courses scheduled between September and December 2020, provided they can fully comply with local Covid-19 guidelines. This will mean that a series of protective measures will be put in place; all attendees will be notified of these measures before attending the course.

We would like to reassure you, if we need to cancel or postpone one of our upcoming courses for any reason you will be entitled to a full refund. Please see further information in our terms and conditions below.

Who is the course for?

This course caters for recently graduated vets, or those returning to equine practice, with limited experience in modern equine dentistry.

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Covid-19 Terms and Conditions

• If you book a place on a 2020 BEVA CPD course and are unable to attend due to any Covid-19 related issue (e.g. as a result of showing symptoms or track and trace restrictions) you will receive a credit for the amount you paid. This credit can be used for any BEVA CPD up until the 31 December 2021. Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a course.
• If you need to cancel your place for a non-Covid-19 related reason our standard terms and conditions will apply.
• If BEVA are required to cancel or postpone a course for any reason, you can opt to receive a full refund or receive a credit for a future BEVA CPD course (valid until 31 December 2021).

Standard Terms and Conditions

• A full refund will be made, less a 10% administration charge, if cancellation is more than 6 weeks before the start of the course
• A refund cannot be guaranteed if cancellation is less than 6 weeks before the start of the course. A refund will be made if BEVA can resell the place, less a 20% administration charge. 
• Booked places can be transferred to another person free of charge. If the transferee is not a BEVA member he/she will be liable for the difference between the member and non-member rate.
• All delegates must have appropriate liability and professional indemnity insurance. 
• Delegates must bring appropriate safety wear (coveralls, hard hats, boots etc) to courses involving practical sessions.
• BEVA may pass contact details of delegates to the organisers or sponsors of the course unless the delegate has specified otherwise.
• All delegates self-certify that they are a qualified veterinary surgeon or veterinary nurse and qualified to undertake the procedures being taught. Where the delegate is in training for such a qualification BEVA must be made aware of their training status at the time of booking.

By registering for this event, you accept the above terms and conditions.