Amalgam has been a staple in restorative dentistry for decades, valued for its durability under high occlusal loads. However, managing its waste presents significant clinical pain points and a heavy administrative burden for modern practices. Between the intricate maintenance...
Simple reminders for gold-standard waste management around the dental laboratory can be really helpful. Ensuring items are segregated appropriately is key to protecting staff and the environment. Understanding why waste needs to be segregated is just one step to...
Small changes around a dental practice can be good for the environment, as well as the safety and happiness of patients and clinicians. From different uses of practice spaces to the items used in everyday workflows, it’s possible to...
The use of amalgam, which is a mixture of metals including mercury, in dentistry is still widely debated. However, many dental practices still employ amalgam if it is clinically indicated. Even if some dentists do not personally use the...