Category: Dental Products

OnTarget Highlight: PPE Adherence in the Dental Practice

Dental hygienist in face mask and protective eyewear.

A recent global health pandemic has brought personal protective equipment (PPE) to the public’s attention, but dental professionals have long been familiar with the concept of PPE. Despite this, many workers fail to adhere to PPE requirements because they find equipment cumbersome, uncomfortable or disruptive to performing tasks and communicating with patients and personnel. To remove these barriers, dental offices must supply PPE that maximizes ease of use, comfort and performance.

Keeping Staff and Patients Safe: Personal Protective Equipment and Donning and Doffing Advice

Nothing is more important than protecting the lives of your patients and staff. Yet new circumstances you and other dental professionals are now facing require the use of more personal protective equipment (PPE) and the proper procedures for ensuring you and your team are securely covered – from head to toe.

A Realistic Guide for Talking to Your Patients About Teeth Whitening

a realistic guide for talking to patients about whitening

Your patients want to look and feel their best – which includes sporting beautiful pearly whites. That’s why offering teeth whitening services at your practice is a no-brainer since every patient is a good candidate for some form of whitening. But how do you break […]

Tray Chic: 15 of the Most Popular Products for a Simple Composite Procedure

setup tray for simple composite restorative procedure

As is true with most dental procedures, the “best way” to perform a simple composite restoration is largely based on personal preference. A successful restoration can be achieved with a wide variety of instruments, materials, and bonding agents. In the sample tray setup we have […]

9 “Ultrasmart” Reasons to Switch to Ultrasonic Scaling Technology

9 ultrasmart reasons to switch to ultrasonic scaling technology

It’s true. Your patients look forward to that squeaky clean feeling after a professional dental cleaning. But as dental professionals, we know it’s not just about helping patients’ smiles look bright and fresh. Cleanings remove bacterial plaque and tartar not only from the visible portions […]

2 Birds, 1 Toothpaste: 2 Benefits to Using Prescription Strength Toothpaste

2 birds 1 toothpaste

As a dental professional, you undoubtedly are often asked by your patients, “What’s the best kind of toothpaste to use?” For many patients, any off-the-shelf toothpaste is adequate for daily cleaning, but for some, a stronger solution is needed. These patients may not realize that […]

Are Your Patients & Practice Protected? The Importance of an Emergency Medical Kit

the importance of an emergency medical kit

The fact of the matter is this: medical emergencies are a frequent occurrence in dental offices, and being prepared to handle such an emergency properly and efficiently is of paramount importance both for your patients and your practice. By being prepared, we don’t mean merely […]