Frank J. M. Verstraete Explained

Frank J. M. Verstraete
Birth Place:Belgium
Nationality:Belgian
Occupation:Veterinary dentist and oral surgeon, academic and author
Education:Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Master of Medicine in Veterinary Medicine
Board Certifications
Alma Mater:University of Gent, Belgium
University of Pretoria, South Africa
American Veterinary Dental College
European College of Veterinary Surgeons
European Veterinary Dental College
Workplaces:University of Pretoria, South Africa
University of California, Davis, United States

Frank J. M. Verstraete is a Belgian veterinary dentist and oral surgeon, academic scholar, and author. He is a Professor Emeritus at the University of California, Davis.[1]

Verstraete is most known for his works on oral pathology, comparative odontology, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and oral diagnostic imaging. Among his notable works are his publications in academic journals, including the American Journal of Veterinary Research, Frontiers in Veterinary Science and the Journal of Comparative Pathology, as well as authored and edited books such as Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Dogs and Cats[2] and Self-Assessment Color Review of Veterinary Dentistry.[3] He is Board Certified by American Veterinary Dental College, European College of Veterinary Surgeons and European Veterinary Dental College.[1]

Education

Verstraete earned his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Gent in 1980 and a Master of Medicine in Veterinary Medicine from the University of Pretoria in 1985.[1]

Career

Verstraete commenced his academic journey in 1981, joining the Department of Surgery at the University of Pretoria. During this period, he served as a lecturer from 1981 to 1984, progressing to the role of Senior lecturer from 1984 to 1987. Subsequently, from 1988 to 1994, he held the position of associate professor at the same institution. Following this, he assumed the role of assistant professor in the Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences at the University of California, Davis, from 1994 to 1998. He then transitioned to the position of associate professor at the same institution from 1998 to 2001. Moreover, between 2001 and 2022, he also served as a professor in the Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences at the University of California, Davis, and has been a professor emeritus there since 2022.[1]

Verstraete developed a teaching program in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery first at the University of Pretoria and then at the University of California – Davis.[1] He further developed a residency program, where he trained residents to become AVDC and EVDC Diplomates.[4]

Works

Verstraete compiled and edited the multi-edition book Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Dogs and Cats, an illustrated guide aimed at improving surgical outcomes for these animals through collaboration between experts in human and veterinary fields.[2] Moreover, he authored and edited two editions of the book titled Self-Assessment Colour Review of Veterinary Dentistry.[3]

Research

Verstraete's research has focused on various themes, including diagnostic imaging and surgery and comparative oral pathology. He pioneered the routine use of full-mouth radiography in cats and dogs, demonstrating its significant diagnostic value in identifying dental issues and informing treatment decisions, especially in older and larger dogs referred for dental treatment.[5] He also pioneered the use of cone-beam computed tomography (CBCT) over conventional CT in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery for assessing dental and maxillofacial anatomy in healthy rabbits, highlighting CBCT's superiority in visualizing the periodontal ligament and its potential to facilitate early detection and treatment of periodontal disease.[6]

Verstraete's research has made contributions in the realm of evidence-based dentistry and oral surgery. In a relevant study, he assessed the efficacy of root canal treatment in canines, determining it to be a viable approach for preserving teeth afflicted with endodontic disease, albeit with success rates that fluctuate depending on variables such as tooth type and preexisting conditions.[7] Over the years, he has focused on comparative odontology and mammalogy. Throughout this time, he has developed methodologies for documenting dental and temporomandibular joint pathology in a variety of wild animals, with a primary emphasis on carnivores. His research encompasses different species, notably all major pinnipeds, five fox species, three bear species, two cat species, and the grey wolf.[8] [9] [10] [11] [12]

Verstraete's has conducted research on reconstructing dog mandibles using bone-morphogenetic protein after surgical removal (mandibulectomy).[13] [14] Furthermore, his publications on odontogenic cysts and oral tumour biology, specifically focusing on squamous cell carcinoma and ameloblastoma, which are also found in humans, offer insights for both canine and human healthcare.[15] Additionally, his research in canine palatal surgery has contributed to advancements in both diagnostic imaging and evidence-based treatment approaches.[16]

Awards and honors

Bibliography

Books

Selected articles

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Frank J M Verstraete | School of Veterinary Medicine. www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu.
  2. Web site: Oral and maxillofacial surgery in dogs and cats.
  3. Book: Self-Assessment Colour Review of Veterinary Dentistry. Self-assessment color review . 2016 . CRC Press/Taylor & Francis . 978-1-4822-2546-4 . 923009643 .
  4. Web site: Veterinary Medical Center.
  5. Verstraete . Frank J. Μ. . Kass . Philip H. . Terpak . Cheryl H. . Diagnostic value of full-mouth radiography in dogs . American Journal of Veterinary Research . June 1998 . 59 . 6 . 686–691 . 10.2460/ajvr.1998.59.06.686 . 9622735 .
  6. Clinical Application of Cone-Beam Computed Tomography of the Rabbit Head: Part 1 - Normal Dentition. G. G.. Riggs. Boaz. Arzi. Derek D.. Cissell. David C.. Hatcher. Philip H.. Kass. Amy. Zhen. Frank J. M.. Verstraete. May 3, 2016. Frontiers in Veterinary Science. 3. 93. 10.3389/fvets.2016.00093. free . 27800485. 5065979.
  7. Kuntsi-Vaattovaara . Helena . Verstraete . Frank J. M. . Kass . Philip H. . Results of root canal treatment in dogs: 127 cases (1995–2000) . Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association . 1 March 2002 . 220 . 6 . 775–780 . 10.2460/javma.2002.220.775 . 11924577 .
  8. Yanagisawa . N. . Wilson . Robert E. . Kass . Phillip H. . Verstraete . Frank J.M. . Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology of the Kit Fox (Vulpes macrotis) . Journal of Comparative Pathology . February 2019 . 167 . 60–72 . 10.1016/j.jcpa.2019.01.001 . 30898300 .
  9. Evenhuis . J.V. . Zisman . Illiana . Kass . Philip H. . Verstraete . Frank J.M. . Dental Pathology of the Grey Fox (Urocyon cinereoargenteus) . Journal of Comparative Pathology . January 2018 . 158 . 39–50 . 10.1016/j.jcpa.2017.11.002 . 29422314 .
  10. Winer . Jenna . Arzi . Boaz . Leale . Dustin M. . Kass . Philip H. . Verstraete . Frank J.M. . Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology of the Polar Bear (Ursus maritimus) . Journal of Comparative Pathology . August 2016 . 155 . 2–3 . 231–241 . 10.1016/j.jcpa.2016.07.004 . 27481648 .
  11. Zavodovskaya . R. . Vapniarsky . Natalia . Garcia . Tanya C. . Verstraete . Frank J.M. . Hatcher . D.C. . Arzi . Boaz . Intra- and Extra-articular Features of Temporomandibular Joint Ankylosis in the Cat (Felis catus) . Journal of Comparative Pathology . February 2020 . 175 . 39–48 . 10.1016/j.jcpa.2019.12.006 . 32138841 . 7190268 .
  12. Döring . Stefan . Arzi . Boaz . Winer . Jenna N. . Kass . Philip H. . Verstraete . Frank J.M. . Dental and Temporomandibular Joint Pathology of the Grey Wolf (Canis lupus) . Journal of Comparative Pathology . April 2018 . 160 . 56–70 . 10.1016/j.jcpa.2018.03.001 . 29729722 .
  13. Massie . Anna . Kapatkin . Amy . Fuller . Mark . Verstraete . Frank . Arzi . Boaz . Outcome of nonunion fractures in dogs treated with fixation, compression resistant matrix, and recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2 . Veterinary and Comparative Orthopaedics and Traumatology . 2017 . 30 . 2 . 153–159 . 10.3415/VCOT-16-05-0082 . 28094415 .
  14. Arzi . Boaz . Verstraete . Frank J. M. . Garcia . Tanya C. . Lee . Monica . Kim . Se Eun . Stover . Susan M. . Kinematic analysis of mandibular motion before and after mandibulectomy and mandibular reconstruction in dogs . American Journal of Veterinary Research . July 2019 . 80 . 7 . 637–645 . 10.2460/ajvr.80.7.637 . 31246128 .
  15. Nemec . Ana . Arzi . Boaz . Murphy . Brian . Kass . Philip H. . Verstraete . Frank J. M. . Prevalence and types of tooth resorption in dogs with oral tumors . American Journal of Veterinary Research . July 2012 . 73 . 7 . 1057–1066 . 10.2460/ajvr.73.7.1057 . 22738058 .
  16. Peralta . Santiago . Campbell . Robert D. . Fiani . Nadine . Kan-Rohrer . Kimi H. . Verstraete . Frank J. M. . Outcomes of surgical repair of congenital palatal defects in dogs . Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association . 1 December 2018 . 253 . 11 . 1445–1451 . 10.2460/javma.253.11.1445 . 30451614 .
  17. Web site: About FVD Awards.

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