{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Episode 212 - Hyaluronic Acid in Veterinary Dentistry: Extraction & Pocket Protocols","description":"Transform how you manage extraction sites and periodontal pockets \u2014 get a FREE 30-minute consultation with a specialist + a FREE sample of PerioVive for your practice: \ud83d\udc49 https:\/\/ivdi.org\/ha ------------------------------------------------------- Host: Dr. Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM ------------------------------------------------------- In this episode of The Vet Dental Show, Dr. Brett Beckman answers thoughtful, case-based questions from recent online veterinary dentistry trainings, focusing on practical decision-making in general practice. The discussion begins with extraction technique\u2014specifically whether you must smooth bone after extractions and how much is too much. Dr. Beckman explains why smooth bone is important for flap closure, when additional bone reduction may be necessary, and how to avoid overly aggressive removal of healthy bone. The conversation then shifts to one of the most impactful topics in modern veterinary dentistry: hyaluronic acid (PerioVive) use in extraction sites and periodontal pockets. Dr. Beckman and colleagues discuss: - Whether to combine hyaluronic acid with Gelfoam - When bone grafts add value\u2014and when they don\u2019t - Why HA plays the \u201clion\u2019s share\u201d of the biologic role - How HA works as a microscopic matrix while bone graft acts as a macroscopic scaffold - Why HA is essential for pain modulation and soft tissue healing They also clarify common misconceptions about pocket depth and product selection, including why there is no justification for choosing doxycycline products over hyaluronic acid based solely on millimeter measurements. Instead, treatment decisions should be based on surgical approach, defect location, and whether the lesion extends apical to the mucogingival line. Dr. Beckman further explains: - Why bleeding helps retain hyaluronic acid in periodontal pockets - When open flap debridement is appropriate - Why bone grafts alone are rarely indicated in general practice - When maintaining alveolar ridge height actually matters - Why HA should be placed before applying a barrier sealant like OraVet Finally, the episode explores how hyaluronic acid supports faster healing, stronger bone regeneration, and significant pain relief in extraction sites\u2014making it a practical, everyday tool for general practices. ------------------------------------------------------- What You\u2019ll Learn: \u2705 Why smoothing bone after extraction improves flap closure \u2705 When additional bone removal is necessary\u2014and when it\u2019s not \u2705 Whether hyaluronic acid should be combined with Gelfoam \u2705 The difference between microscopic (HA) and macroscopic (bone graft) scaffolding \u2705 Why bone grafts alone are rarely sufficient \u2705 How HA improves pain management in extraction sites \u2705 When to use HA in periodontal pockets \u2705 Why pocket depth alone should not determine product choice \u2705 When open flap debridement vs. extraction is indicated \u2705 Why HA must be placed before barrier sealants Key Takeaways: \u2705 Smooth bone supports proper surgical closure \u2705 Hyaluronic acid provides significant biologic and pain-management benefits \u2705 Bone grafts may enhance outcomes when combined with HA\u2014but are rarely needed alone \u2705 Bleeding helps retain HA within periodontal pockets \u2705 Alveolar ridge height preservation is only relevant in select cases \u2705 Treatment decisions should be based on defect location and surgical principles\u2014not arbitrary pocket depth cutoffs \u2705 HA is a practical, everyday staple for general veterinary practice Questions This Episode Answers: \u2753 Do you need to burn bone down to a perfectly smooth surface after extraction? \u2753 Should hyaluronic acid be mixed with Gelfoam? \u2753 Is bone graft superior to HA for extraction sites? \u2753 Does pocket depth determine whether to use HA or doxycycline products? \u2753 When is open flap debridement necessary? \u2753 Should bone graft be used routinely after extractions? \u2753 Does bleeding reduce or improve HA effectiveness? \u2753 When should alveolar ridge preservation be a concern? ------------------------------------------------------- PerioVive is offering: \u2714 A FREE 30-minute consultation with a board-certified veterinary dentist or VTS in dentistry \u2714 A FREE sample of the product for use in your practice Hyaluronic acid has become a staple in modern veterinary dentistry for pain management, soft tissue healing, and regenerative support in extraction and periodontal cases. Take advantage of this offer here: https:\/\/ivdi.org\/ha ------------------------------------------------------- Questions? Leave a comment below with your thoughts, experiences, or case challenges in veterinary dentistry. ------------------------------------------------------- Veterinary Dentistry, IVDI, Vet Dental Show, Brett Beckman, Hyaluronic Acid, PerioVive, Veterinary Extractions, Periodontal Pockets, Bone Graft, Alveolar Ridge Preservation, OraVet, Veterinary CE, Veterinary Education ","author_name":"The Vet Dental Show","author_url":"https:\/\/thevetdentalshow.com\/","html":"