Better Satisfy Your Patients With A Lead Alternative X-Ray Apron

The equipment and materials you use in your dental practice should be tailored to not only meet your needs, but also the needs of your patients. Selecting a piece of equipment that doesn't meet this goal effects the patient experience, productivity and your bottom line, negatively. X-ray aprons are no exception to this guideline. While solid lead aprons are somewhat of the norm, there are other options available. Non-lead and lead composite aprons are just two options that might better satisfy your patients. [Read More]

Sick Pet? Two Reasons Why You Should Request An Ultrasound

If you notice that your pet is starting to behave differently than they normally do, it could be because they aren't feeling well.  You may take them to the veterinarian to get a check-up because you likely hate to think that your beloved pet is in pain.  Although your veterinarian may suggest labs or X-rays, there's another test that you may want to request:  An ultrasound.  While you may be hesitant to get an ultrasound done because of the additional expense, there are a number of reasons why an ultrasound may be beneficial. [Read More]

Getting Your Loved One The Home Palliative Care Medical Equipment They Need

When you have a loved one who is on hospice or palliative care due to serious illness like advanced terminal cancer, Alzheimer's disease, or another health condition, you may wonder what you can do to ensure that they remain as comfortable and unencumbered as possible. There are many steps that you can take to improve their quality of life and comfort during this time, and one of those ways is to ensure that they have the right home medical equipment to make their life easier and less painful. [Read More]

Operating Room Instrument Sterilization Mistakes

A safe operating environment is the right of all patients. As a healthcare professional, you play the most critical role in providing this level of care. Operating room sterilization is how this goal is achieved. While a standard practice, there are a number of facilities that make regular and dangerous mistakes. Make sure you aren't committing a mistake that puts the safety of your patients at risk. Poor Instrument Transporting [Read More]