Across the country, GPs are finding success expanding their service offering to perform in-house root canal treatments. If this is a prospect for your practice, you'll need to identify the cases you can support in-house and refer the more complex cases to the local endodontist.

In general dentistry, where a wide variety of treatments are performed, selecting the right level of magnification is important to your success with enhanced visualization.

Dentists require a clear and magnified view of teeth and oral structures to diagnose and treat dental conditions effectively. Over the years, advancements in dental technology have provided practitioners with a range of tools to enhance their visual capabilities.

Dental loupes have long been a staple in dental practice, offering magnification that enhances the dentist's ability to see fine details during examinations and procedures.

Choosing the right dental microscope is a significant decision for any dental practice, impacting the quality of patient care and the overall efficiency of dental procedures. With so many options available in the market, it can be overwhelming to decide which microscope best suits your needs. Beyond the technical specifications, factors like warranty and customer support play a crucial role in ensuring long-term satisfaction and reliability.

The dental microscope has revolutionized how many perform endodontic as well as restorative procedures. The scope offers unparalleled precision and significantly improving patient outcomes.

Integrating a dental microscope into your practice should feel like a “win” for enhanced visualization, improved treatment outcomes, and reduced fatigue. However, like any new tech in your operatory, the learning curve to get proficient can seem overwhelming.

This article references the views and opinions of Dr. Michael Wenzel from his Inside Dentistry CE Webinar: Fundamentals of Microscope-Assisted Restorative Dentistry....

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Many believe becoming a dentist means seeking to be a lifelong learner. Not only is the nature of dentistry ever-evolving, but, of course, every state dental board has continuing education requirements to maintain your license each renewal period.

How do you know when is the right time to buy dental equipment? You’re ready to maximize its value, but you want to find the right equipment that fits the needs and skills of you and your staff, while also getting a favorable price. Very few doctors want a good buying opportunity to slip by and pay more for the same equipment.