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Feb 31 min read
FDA Recall of certain Monoject Syringes
Cardinal Health has announced a recall of certain sizes of their Monoject leur-lock syringes. in concert with the FDA, they have issued a...
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Oct 1, 20232 min read
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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Nov 1, 20221 min read
Back-up Vacuum
An inexpensive back-up dental office central vacuum.
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Oct 23, 20221 min read
Back-up Compressor
An inexpensive way to provide a back-up for your dental office compressor.
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Sep 2, 20226 min read
Wet or Dry?
A comparison between wet and dry central vacuum systems.
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Aug 19, 20221 min read
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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Aug 19, 20221 min read
How Dry I am
A brief overview of the benefits of a dry vacuum system.
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Jul 12, 20225 min read
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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Jun 28, 20221 min read
FDA to Study Accuracy of Pulse Oximeters
Latest FDA safety communication on the use of pulse oximeters.
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Jun 24, 20221 min read
FDA Recall
Urgent FDA recall for those administering anesthesia.
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Jun 21, 20224 min read
A-dec Handpiece Blocks
Part 4 of the Equipment Mastery Series detailing 3 a-dec dental unit block designs
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Jun 7, 20221 min read
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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May 31, 20221 min read
Pesky Tubing Leaks
Repairing minor leaks can be accomplished easily and quickly.
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May 24, 20221 min read
Water in the air lines
One clear sign that you have water in your air lines
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May 20, 20225 min read
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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May 19, 20221 min read
Vacuum Traps
Checking your vacuum trap may not be as simple as you think.
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May 17, 20221 min read
Touch-up Paint
A quick money-saving tip on touching up scratched equipment.
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May 9, 20221 min read
What's That Smell?
Encountering odd odors in the morning? There may be a simple solution.
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May 3, 20223 min read
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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