Whether you're a new graduate building your surgical confidence or an experienced practitioner looking to refine your technique, dental extractions are one of those procedures where skill directly impacts patient comfort and recovery.

That's exactly why veterinarians from across our network tap into the PetOne Veterinary Training Center—to transform knowledge into hands-on expertise that makes a real difference for our patients.

My Essential Dog and Cat Dentistry course on December 15-16 combines radiographic interpretation with practical extraction techniques. With 16 hours of hands-on practice on cadavers, you'll master regional nerve blocks and leave ready to apply these skills immediately in your hospital.

But first, let's see where your dental knowledge stands. Take this quiz to discover what you already know—and what you might learn in December!

How did you score?

4-5 correct: Excellent! You have a strong foundation in dental extractions. This course will help you refine your technique and build speed.

2-3 correct: You understand the basics but would benefit from hands-on practice to build confidence and master surgical approaches.

0-1 correct: Dental extractions can feel intimidating—but that's exactly why this course exists! Two days of hands-on practice will transform your approach.

Whether you aced this quiz or discovered knowledge gaps, remember that every skilled dentist started exactly where you are now. The difference between uncertainty and confidence is often just quality hands-on training.

Ready to sharpen your skills? Join me December 15-16 for Essential Dog and Cat Dentistry at the PetOne Veterinary Training Center. You'll receive 16 RACE-approved hours and leave with extraction techniques you can use immediately.

Click here to register.

View all upcoming PetOne Veterinary Training courses here.

Questions about the course? Email us at [email protected]

More about Dr. Paul Mitchell:

Dr. Mitchell joined the Midmark Academy training network in 2015. He is a Diplomate and a past President of the American Veterinary Dental College, an author, researcher and renowned speaker on veterinary dentistry. Following almost ten years as a Pfizer/Zoetis dental specialist where he lectured and taught in-clinic dentistry labs across the U.S., he continues to practice at a private dental specialty clinic. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 1991 as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, and has served on the American Veterinary Dental College Exam Committee and Board of Directors. He worked for Veterinary Centers of America from 1999 to 2006 as a dental specialist and as their National Dental Educator. Dr. Mitchell received the "Peter Emily Service Award" in 2012 from the American Veterinary Dental College.