Form vs. Function - Couplers
Function over Form - Couplers For many things, the form follows the function. For example, most chairs have the same basic shape to they...
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Rick
- Nov 1, 2022
- 1 min
Back-up Vacuum
An inexpensive back-up dental office central vacuum.
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Rick
- Oct 23, 2022
- 1 min
Back-up Compressor
An inexpensive way to provide a back-up for your dental office compressor.
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Rick
- Sep 2, 2022
- 6 min
Wet or Dry?
A comparison between wet and dry central vacuum systems.
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Rick
- Aug 29, 2022
- 1 min
"Users"
How to determine the correct size of central vacuum for your dental office.
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Rick
- Aug 19, 2022
- 1 min
Scouring Pads
In addition to cleaning dishes in the break room, scouring pads can be a great thing to have in your tool box. Scouring pads come in...
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Rick
- Aug 19, 2022
- 1 min
How Dry I am
A brief overview of the benefits of a dry vacuum system.
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Rick
- Jul 12, 2022
- 5 min
The Water Relay Valve
This simple valve controls water to your dental handpieces and has evolved into many different forms over the years.
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Rick
- Jun 28, 2022
- 1 min
FDA to Study Accuracy of Pulse Oximeters
Latest FDA safety communication on the use of pulse oximeters.
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Rick
- Jun 24, 2022
- 1 min
FDA Recall
Urgent FDA recall for those administering anesthesia.
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Rick
- Jun 21, 2022
- 4 min
A-dec Handpiece Blocks
Part 4 of the Equipment Mastery Series detailing 3 a-dec dental unit block designs
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Rick
- Jun 7, 2022
- 1 min
The Right Tool for the Job-Surgical Handpieces
I’ve posted many times about the importance of the having the correct tool for repairs, but it’s just as important in performing...
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Rick
- May 31, 2022
- 1 min
Pesky Tubing Leaks
Repairing minor leaks can be accomplished easily and quickly.
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Rick
- May 24, 2022
- 1 min
Water in the air lines
One clear sign that you have water in your air lines
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Rick
- May 20, 2022
- 5 min
The Handpiece Control Block
The Handpiece Control Block. It isn't the cause of problems as frequently as you may think.
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Rick
- May 19, 2022
- 1 min
Vacuum Traps
Checking your vacuum trap may not be as simple as you think.
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Rick
- May 17, 2022
- 1 min
Touch-up Paint
A quick money-saving tip on touching up scratched equipment.
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Rick
- May 9, 2022
- 1 min
What's That Smell?
Encountering odd odors in the morning? There may be a simple solution.
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Rick
- May 3, 2022
- 3 min
It's 10 O'Clock, Do You Know Where Your Filters Are?
Filters are often forgotten because they aren't in plain sight. A review of some of the most important but often over-looked filters.
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Rick
- May 3, 2022
- 1 min
The Purge Valve
An oft-overlooked and misunderstood valve, the purge exists to flush all of your handpiece water lines at once.
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