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APRIL 2026
Workflow during a COHAT can make or break a schedule. By simplifying positioning, teams can reduce frustration, maintain anesthetic stability, and keep the day running on track. Intraoral Exams Made Easier Finally, dorsal recumbency makes intraoral exams more efficient. Nearly all oral surfaces including buccal, lingual, palatal, and caudal tissues are easily visualized in this position. This means more thorough evaluations with less repositioning and less risk of missing subtle pathology. From a technician’s perspective, this efficiency is invaluable. It allows more time to focus on cleaning, scaling, and extractions rather than repositioning, while ensuring the veterinarian has the clearest possible view during the assessment.
Final Thoughts Shifting to dorsal recumbency for dentistry may feel like a significant change, especially in practices accustomed to sternal or lateral positioning. But the benefits are hard to ignore. From improved patient safety to greater efficiency and more complete exams, this approach elevates the standard of care while reducing stress for the veterinary team. The key to success lies in communication and training. When a team understands the reasoning behind a new approach and sees the benefits firsthand, implementation becomes far easier. By embracing thoughtful positioning strategies with the patient’s safety and comfort in mind, we not only safeguard our patients but also streamline our workflow and strengthen the bond within our teams.
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