Bloodborne Pathogens are creating quite a stir in the dental world these days. Many practices are realizing they need stronger protocols on how to contain and transport their instruments and materials; both to keep their patients protected from cross-contamination and themselves. Many practices are being proactive and utilizing a dental instrument cassette to streamline...
The other day a Dental Assistant named Mandy sat down with a patient in operatory #2 for a simple Crown Prep procedure. Going through the procedure effortlessly as she has many times before, Mandy and Dr. Pearson were wrapping up with only the placement of the temporary crown left to execute. Mandy reached over...
Before there is recognition, influence or success…there is innovation. Zirc thrives to bring unique dental products to the industry to combat everyday situations that are affecting the dental professional. Through organizational techniques and efficiency building products, we aim to put money in the pockets of dental practices and smiles on the faces of...
For many offices, they are stocking their operatory drawers with everything and anything needed for all procedures. This makes re-ordering impossible, not to mention the time wasted trying to prep a procedure setup by searching through the endless drawers that are scattered throughout the practice. What you can do right now Would you believe me...
We are faced with stress everyday in our lives. It’s a matter of how you can avoid it, handle it or move on from it that determines whether you can stay clear of the negative side-effects that can prevail. The Facts According to the American Psychological Association at the American Institute of Stress in...
You want to be as organized and efficient as possible. Where to begin? The most important area to start is by focusing on how you store your consumable materials. There are three areas you will be storing materials and today we will cover the first one. Your Operatory Drawers YIKES! For many offices, they...
Keeping a dry working field can be time-consuming and costly. An effective solution? Meet Mr. thirsty®. Inserted directly into the HVE valve, Mr. thirsty® allows for greater suction. Patients experience greater comfort from the cushioned bite block and soft tongue and cheek retractor while the dentist and hygienist enjoys an unobstructed view of the...
Recently Zirc’s Crystal HD® dental mouth mirror was mentioned in an article from PPD. Brighter is Better Dr. Howard Stean, chairman of the ADAPT group explains how front surface mouth mirrors can help improve intraoral visibility. To read this article in full along with others, check out Zirc on Slideshare.net.