Melissa Blazevich
Assistant Professor of Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery
Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences
LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA 70803
Joined LSU Vet Med April 17, 2023
Education
DVM, LSU Vet Med, 2016
BS, Southeastern Louisiana University, 2008
Certifications
Diplomate, American Veterinary Dental College
Research Interest
Small Animal Dentistry and Oral Surgery
Teaching Interest
I enjoy teaching all aspects of small animal dentistry and oral surgery especially educating students the importance of prophylactic oral health care.
Clinical Interest
Endodontic therapy, periodontal therapy and maxillofacial trauma
Publications
Blazevich M, Miles C. The presence of bacteremia before, during, and after performing oral surgery in 13 dogs without the use of antibiotic therapy. Accepted 12/22/22- Journal of Veterinary Dentistry.