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Let’s face it, a dental practice is a business like any other. It has clients who travel to and from the practice, energy is being consumed, it has waste products, and it must procure products and services on a regular basis. In a world where an increasing number of people are very conscious about the carbon impact of the businesses they support, it is certainly in the best interest of every dental practice to consider going green.   Below are a few ways in which your dental practice can help support the green revolution:   Implement a sterilization program that...

Dental equipment plays a significant role in the day-to-day smooth running of dental practices. It comprises different sized parts, some of which are tiny and require extreme care and appropriate handling. For this reason, it’s essential to maintain dental equipment regularly.  Besides, oral health is sensitive, which calls for a high level of hygiene and efficient use of equipment. As you know, patients require different procedures, such as tooth replacement, cavity filling, treatment of tooth damage, scaling and stain removal, and cosmetic surgery. These procedures must be carried out with well-maintained equipment, as faulty ones would be dangerous to both...

Dental equipment is expensive, and this poses a significant challenge to dentists. Do they repair or replace old equipment?  Given that most dental equipment has a lifespan of 10 to 20 years, buying used dental equipment often proves a sound financial decision.  Most people sell dental equipment that's in great shape, with some still under warranty. According to TQS, buying used dental equipment helps dentists reduce waste, save money, and increase their ROI. Here are the top 5 places to score quality pre-owned dental equipment.  Dental Garage Sale With more than 20K members, the Dental Garage Sale Facebook group connects people...

Setting up your dental practice (or replacing equipment in your current one) are factors many dentists and their employees will face. So how do you ensure you're getting the most bang for your buck? And when it comes to buying or selling pre-owned equipment, how can you ensure the smoothest sailing possible? This step-by-step plan will outline what you need to do as the buyer or seller of used dental equipment. First of all, there are many benefits to purchasing pre-owned equipment: It saves you money. It allows for more purchases on your budget. You can set up, install, and...

  Dental burs are used to polish and cut the mouth’s hard tissues. These nifty little devices are typically attached to a handpiece. They are often made of diamond grit, tungsten carbide, or steel and come in a wide range of shapes and sizes to suit the different procedures carried out by dentists.   The typical bur consists of three different parts: the shank, which is the longest and is inserted into or attached to a handpiece; the rotating head, which is used to cut or polish the tissue; and the neck, which connects the shank and the head.  ...