Unravelling the mysteries of Piezo vs. Cavitron and the sub-classes thereof.

A comparison between wet and dry central vacuum systems.

This simple valve controls water to your dental handpieces and has evolved into many different forms over the years.

Part 4 of the Equipment Mastery Series detailing 3 a-dec dental unit block designs

I’ve posted many times about the importance of the having the correct tool for repairs, but it’s just as important in performing...

The Handpiece Control Block. It isn't the cause of problems as frequently as you may think.

Filters are often forgotten because they aren't in plain sight. A review of some of the most important but often over-looked filters.

Master Valves are used to turn your unit on and off, but they do so much more and can have a tremendous impact on performance.

In many ways, your compressor is the heart of your practice. Keeping it well maintained will keep it running better and longer. As a rather costly item, you want to get the most life out of it you can.

How handpieces are designed and how this affects maintenance and use.

A comprehensive list of what should be in your dental toolbox.

The importance of recognizing good behavior and how to do so.

Good communications can improve staff performance but can also help you avoid unemployment claims.

Listing by frequency of routine tasks that should be done daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually.

A handy reference for things it's good to keep on hand.

How to interview prospective employees and pitfalls to avoid.

A good staff starts with good hiring practices. Learn some of the basics and many less-commonly shared insights into good hiring.

More details of things that can go wrong with or near the central vacuum user. Part 3 of the series on vacuum issues.

Everyone knows with scheduling, dental phobia, and a host of other concerns how hard it can be to get patients into your office, let alone the chair. But what about patients with physical limitations or conditions that prevent them from getting into your chair? What of patients who exceed the limits of your equipment? Most patient chairs can be adjusted to accommodate many of these patients as well.

Trouble-shooting the central vacuum and issues that affect more than one room.