Identify dentistry and oral surgery symptoms and create a problem list

Learn how to recognize key clinical signs of oral and maxillofacial disease and organize findings into a clear, structured problem list to guide case workups and prioritize diagnostics.

Create a differential diagnosis list

Develop a systematic approach to building relevant differential diagnoses based on clinical presentation, helping narrow potential causes and guide targeted diagnostic testing.

Develop appropriate treatment plans for certain conditions

Gain confidence in selecting evidence-based treatment options for common dental and oral surgery conditions, including when to manage medically, surgically, or with referral.

Earn one hour of RACE-Approved CE

This course is approved for one hour of RACE-Approved CE by AAVSB for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Ali Goodman, DVM, DAVDC

Dr. Ali Goodman is a board-certified veterinary dentist and oral surgeon (DAVDC) with extensive experience in both private specialty practice and academic referral centers. She earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and completed a rigorous residency in Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery at the Veterinary Medical Center of Long Island under the mentorship of Dr. Daniel T. Carmichael, DAVDC. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Neurobiology from the University of Texas at Austin. Following residency, Dr. Goodman has built a diverse clinical career spanning general practice and specialty dentistry roles across multiple states, including positions at Angell Animal Medical Center in Boston and Companion Animal Dentistry in Overland Park, Kansas. Her clinical focus includes advanced oral surgery, maxillofacial trauma repair, endodontics, and management of complex dental disease in both canine and feline patients. Dr. Goodman is also an accomplished contributor to veterinary literature, with peer-reviewed publications in the Journal of Veterinary Dentistry, and she is an active educator who has delivered numerous continuing education lectures and wet labs on dental extractions, complications management, and oral surgery techniques. Her work reflects a strong commitment to advancing practical, evidence-based dentistry for general practitioners and specialists alike.

Healthier gums for healthier pets

The PerioVive animal care product is a hyaluronic acid (HA) gel that comes in a pre-filled tissue applicator for convenient and precise delivery. Studies show that a single dose of HA after dental procedures aids in reducing tissue irritation and thus, helps in tissue regeneration.