Prize – The Kona Adapter DS and Tube Kit attach the autoclavable DryShield mouthpieces directly to your HVE valve. The DryShield mouthpiece provides cheek and tongue retraction, a bite block, and suction all in one device. As a hygienist, I use it for sealants, power scaling and air polishing. See video and photos below. Two…
In this podcast episode, my friend Karen, and fellow hygienist, shares her story about how a corporate takeover of the small practice she worked in for years significantly changed her work environment. Spoiler alert: It wasn’t a positive change! LISTEN HERE ************************** TODAY’S SPONSOR **************************
I’m a big fan of simplicity and have been for a very long time. I like keeping things to an absolute minimum whenever possible in my life, so naturally that same philosophy extends to my life as a dental hygienist. In this post, I will share how few instruments I actually use to complete all…
On this episode, Shirley and I discuss my experience as a male hygienist, hygienists buying their own equipment, the story behind my product, the Kona Adapter, and much more. Listen here: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/cross-link-radio-podcast/cross-link-radio/e/mark-frias-dental-hygienist-product-developer-39551938 http://crosslinkradio.com/mediacast/mark-frias-dental-hygienist-product-developer/ Related Links https://konaadapter.wordpress.com https://markrdh.com/?p=1221 https://markrdh.com/?p=1028 https://markrdh.com/?p=919
This is my overview of Isolite’s IsoVac Dental System. If you have any questions please comment below. Links – http://www.isolitesystems.com – http://www.amerdental.com/high-volume-evacuators/autoclavable-hve-swivel-base.html – http://www.amerdental.com/high-volume-evacuators/hve-swivel-base.html – http://www.amerdental.com/vacuum-tubing-repair/1-2-silcryn-hve-tubing.html Note: It says 1/2″, but the hexagon shape gives it a 7/16″ inside diameter Video Photos
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RDH Roundtable Participants – Mark Frias, RDH (http://MarkRDH.com) – Trish Walraven, RDH, BS (http://www.dentalbuzz.com) – Daniel Lopez, RDH (http://www.guygienist.nyc) Note: Daniel is not blogging yet : ) – Andrew Johnston, RDH (http://andrewjohnstonrdh.blogspot.com) Video
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RDH Roundtable Participants – Mark Frias, RDH (http://MarkRDH.com) – Trish Walraven, RDH, BS (http://www.dentalbuzz.com) – Daniel Lopez, RDH (http://www.guygienist.nyc) Note: Daniel is not blogging yet : ) – Andrew Johnston, RDH (http://andrewjohnstonrdh.blogspot.com) Video Discussion Photos
Summary The Gold Edge Sharpener is the best sharpening device I have ever used. It makes the sharpening process much less technique sensitive, which is especially nice for those who find this task challenging. And best of all, it’s very affordable (unlike many of the competing products). The Gold Edge Sharpener is only $49. If…