It’s time to fight back! We must discover ways to make our dentistry more efficient, economical, and faster. Thankfully, there are better and easier products out there that are available from our supply companies or directly from the manufacturers themselves.
Through the Catapult group, the author has been able to sample hundreds of products and found that many small companies have fabulous products that are better, more accessible, and much less expensive than the products many of us use. For example:
1) Dental cement has become MUCH easier:
A new generation of self-etch and RMGI dental cement born during the pandemic are stronger, simpler to apply, and even easier to remove excess. Some are less expensive than the big names too!
2) Single Shade Composites:
One of the best inflation busters to hit dentistry. They can save you a BUNDLE of money and create better restorations than ever before. Which brands work well, which not-so-much?
3) Polishing discs:
There are discs out there that work as well as the most popular brands but are MUCH more economical and have less risk of scratching a restoration.
4) Desensitizers:
You are probably paying ridiculously high prices for a thimble full of liquid when better, AND less expensive options are available.
5) Etchants:
2022 etchants do not seep onto dentin when you don’t want them to-they stay where you put them with far less waste and less expense.
6) Temporary Crowns:
Imagine a provisional that is made to last 2-5 years instead of 2-5 weeks! It feels and works like the others and can be cemented with permanent cement- great for seniors and patients in long-term medical or dental treatment.
7) Impression Materials:
Small companies out there make great products and do not require “middleman” supply companies to bring prices up, which works as well or better than the expensive top sellers
8) Injection Molding:
Hear my words: DO NOT buy the most expensive brands. Two smaller companies rock this great new trend in dentistry, and the results are amazing.
9) NEW Better Zirconias:
What is a 4Y/5Y zirconia, and how does it compare to 3Y/5Y? Is there such a strong thing as zirconia but has good translucency? YES, there is now!
10) Faster Curing Lights:
11) Restoration Cleaners:
Are they necessary? There are two brand new ones you probably haven’t heard of. Are they worth purchasing?
A not-so-hidden secret is that some more prominent manufacturers have deals with dental schools only to dispense their products. Upon graduation, students tend to flock to the products they are familiar with, and many of them are the most marketed and expensive products available.
Through the Catapult group, the author has been able to sample hundreds of products and found that many small companies have fabulous products that are better, more accessible, and much less expensive than the products many of us use. For example:
1) Dental cement has become MUCH easier:
A new generation of self-etch and RMGI dental cement born during the pandemic are stronger, simpler to apply, and even easier to remove excess. Some are less expensive than the big names too!
2) Single Shade Composites:
One of the best inflation busters to hit dentistry. They can save you a BUNDLE of money and create better restorations than ever before. Which brands work well, which not-so-much?
3) Polishing discs:
There are discs out there that work as well as the most popular brands but are MUCH more economical and have less risk of scratching a restoration.
4) Desensitizers:
You are probably paying ridiculously high prices for a thimble full of liquid when better, AND less expensive options are available.
5) Etchants:
2022 etchants do not seep onto dentin when you don’t want them to-they stay where you put them with far less waste and less expense.
6) Temporary Crowns:
Imagine a provisional that is made to last 2-5 years instead of 2-5 weeks! It feels and works like the others and can be cemented with permanent cement- great for seniors and patients in long-term medical or dental treatment.
7) Impression Materials:
Small companies out there make great products and do not require “middleman” supply companies to bring prices up, which works as well or better than the expensive top sellers
8) Injection Molding:
Hear my words: DO NOT buy the most expensive brands. Two smaller companies rock this great new trend in dentistry, and the results are amazing.
9) NEW Better Zirconias:
What is a 4Y/5Y zirconia, and how does it compare to 3Y/5Y? Is there such a strong thing as zirconia but has good translucency? YES, there is now!
10) Faster Curing Lights:
Is there a 3-second curing light? Yes, BUT it can cure many composites in ONE second! Stay tuned on May 12th.
11) Restoration Cleaners:
Are they necessary? There are two brand new ones you probably haven’t heard of. Are they worth purchasing?
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