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Lidocain HCL Topical 4% Recall-Again
Drug Recall
Rick
Oct 13, 20211 min read


The Right Tool for the Job
What makes a good hex wrench and why you want a good set.
Rick
Sep 7, 20211 min read
FDA Recall of Monoject Saline Syringes
Recall of Saline Syringes
Rick
Aug 31, 20211 min read
Is This an OSHA Violation?
A discussion of what agency covers what regulations. Helping navigate the various federal agencies.
Rick
Aug 24, 20211 min read
Server Crash!
The importance of a good back-up.
Rick
Aug 3, 20211 min read


On The Level
In order to accommodate sit-down dentistry, most equipment in dentistry is on some sort of arm to allow flexible positioning. Delivery systems, operating lights and x-ray generators are all often mounted on flexible arms with vertical travel. A frequently encountered problem with arm-mounted equipment is drift -- the tendency for the arm to move of its own volition.
Rick
Jun 20, 20214 min read
FDA Drug Recall
As of May 5, 2021, Hospira has issued a recall of specific lots of 0.5% Bupivacaine Hydrochloride and Lidocaine HCL. If you have either...
Rick
May 11, 20211 min read


Are Your Handpieces Failing? Maximize Handpiece Performance with Routine Maintenance
Routine Handpiece Maintenance can dramatically extend your dental handpiece life and save you thousands!
Rick
May 9, 20214 min read
Rick
Apr 5, 20211 min read


How Slow Should You Go?
Slowspeed handpieces are versatile and can be used for many procedures.
Rick
Mar 18, 20213 min read


Psst! Buddy, wanna buy some composite?
While grey market goods aren't usually purchased from people in trenchcoats in alleyways, the legitimacy of these goods is no more clear...
Rick
Feb 4, 20213 min read
Sunstar Americas Expands Recall
The FDA has announced that Sunstar Americas has expanded their voluntary recall of Paroex Chlorhexidine Gluconate due to microbial...
Rick
Dec 29, 20201 min read
Put Your Equipment on Your Schedule
"Patient Name: Compressor" A handy mnemonic device to help you keep track of routine maintenance is to create patients in your PMS with...
Rick
Oct 2, 20201 min read
Avoid Thousands in Water Damage
Water leaks can cause tremendous damage costing tens of thousands of dollars or more (depending on your particular circumstances) so it's...
Rick
Oct 1, 20202 min read
Not Just for Cleaning Dishes
There's a handy product that every dental office should have. It keeps sterilizer door gaskets supple so they seal better and last...
Rick
Sep 29, 20201 min read
The Right Tool for the Job
Dentists are perhaps better equipped than most to perform simple repairs and routine maintenance. They're good at spatial relations and...
Rick
Sep 27, 20202 min read
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