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Dr. David Nielsen
Veterinary Dentist
Contributor Since 5/12/2009
Experience
- Veterinary Dentist
- International lecturer on Pet Dentistry
- Charter Member of the Medical Advisory Board of the Los Angeles Zoo
EXPERT QUOTE
"Senior pet care provides a higher quality of life and keeps your pet a step ahead of many chronic diseases and pain."
EDUCATION, AWARDS and CREDITS
- Graduate of Kansas State University Veterinary School (1976)
- Member of SCVMA, AVMA,SDVMA and AVDS.
- Diplomate of the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (1983)
- Chairman of Continuing Education for the Southern California Veterinary Association (1985-2000)
- Adjunct Professor of Dentistry at the University of Southern California Dental School (1994-1996)
- Recipient of the California Academy of Veterinary Medicine's Award for Continuing Education (1996)
EXPERT CONTENT
Dental Care for Senior Dogs and Cats
By Dr. David Nielsen DVM
Correct puppy care and senior care are the most important stages of a pets' life. Senior care begins at various ages ... read more
Periodontal Disease of Senior Cats and Dogs
By Dr. David Nielsen DVM
The most common infectious disease in the world in cats, dogs and humans is not swine flu! It is periodontitis, which is ... read more
Ask an Expert
- Q: What is "canine disarming"?
- A: Canine disarming is a procedure performed on dogs that have bitten people after all forms of behavioral treatment and training have been exhausted. It has been said by notable dog trainers that once a dog has crossed the line and bitten fiercely, that we cannot expect them to be trained otherwise; hence the need for disarming, which is preferable to euthanasia. The procedure is performed by doing a laser vital pulpotomy at the level of the canines. This takes away the slicing, knife effect of the canines and makes them blunt trauma instruments. We also reduce and blunt the incisors, further lessening the bite effect. Upon recovery, most dogs are intelligent enough to understand they are no longer knife damaging biters but more like pinchers at best. One must still use common sense at all times when dealing with these pets and protect yourself, but they truly become disarmed.
ABOUT
David B. Nielsen, DVM, practices exclusively as a veterinary dentist, using highly advanced techniques and specialized therapies. Dr. Nielsen is a pioneer in animal dentistry and is a well-known national and international lecturer on new techniques in laser treatments and pet dentistry.
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