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Gingival Hyperplasia and Periodontal Disease

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  Gingival hyperplasia is characterized by an overgrowth of gum tissue, often resulting from chronic inflammation, bacterial accumulation, or ongoing mechanical irritation such as gingival impaction from bones, sticks, or other foreign materials.   When this condition persists, the excessive gum tissue  begin to form pseudo-pockets or deepen existing periodontal pockets. These spaces create an ideal environment for anaerobic bacteria to thrive beneath the gumline. Over time, this bacterial activity can contribute to the destruction of supporting periodontal structures, including the periodontal ligament and alveolar bone. In advanced cases, significant alveolar bone loss may occur beneath areas of hyperplastic tissue. This bone loss is often not immediately visible due to the overgrowth of the gingiva, which can mask the severity of underlying periodontal disease. As the bone deteriorates, teeth may become mobile, infected, or at risk of loss. Introduction Per...
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The Quiet Red Flags: An Unspoken Issue in Veterinary Support Roles

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There’s a pattern many in veterinary medicine recognize but rarely name out loud. It doesn’t show up in textbooks or training modules. It lives in the gray areas between “probably nothing” and “we should have acted sooner.” And too often, it’s where veterinary technicians and support staff are left holding the emotional and ethical weight of delayed clinical decision-making. This isn’t about blame for the sake of blame. It’s about accountability, patient advocacy, and confronting a culture that sometimes rewards minimizing over investigating. The Subtle Signs We’re Trained Not to Ignore—But Sometimes Do Veterinary technicians are trained to notice change. Not just dramatic symptoms, but the quiet shifts: A coat that’s gone from vibrant to dull A patient who “just seems off” Ear surfaces that feel thicker, waxier, or inflamed Eye discharge that’s increased, changed color, or consistency Paw pads becoming rough, discolored, or cracked Dental disease progressing beyond what t...
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The RVT Journal: Breed Specific Lab Test Results

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  The Straight Forward Picture of this Veterinary Evidence Based article 
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Feline Spectrum of Fear, Anxiety, and Stress

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  Resources Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians. (n.d.). Introducing new pets to established pets. RVT Journal, 47(3). https://oavt.org/
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Canine Spectrum of Canine Fear, Anxiety, and Stress

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  Resources Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians. (n.d.). Introducing new pets to established pets. RVT Journal, 47(3). https://oavt.org/
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The Role of Veterinary Technicians in Evidence-Based Practice

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  Education, Clinical Contribution, and Professional Challenges Veterinary technicians are integral to modern veterinary medicine, particularly in the application of evidence-based practice. Despite their training and clinical involvement, their role is sometimes misunderstood or undervalued within the animal care environment. Understanding the depth of their education and the reasons their input may be overlooked is essential for improving collaboration and patient care. Educational Foundation of Veterinary Technicians In Canada and the United States, veterinary technicians (OAVT Members) complete formal post-secondary education through accredited programs. These programs are guided by standards from organizations such as the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America . Courses are taught by Veterinarians specialized in large and small animal, Long term experienced Veterinary Technicians, Long term experienc...
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