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For surgeons and dentists, precision is of the upmost importance. When in the midst of a delicate procedure, doctors only have one chance to get it right. Proper overhead lighting is critical. And a surgical headlight can shine the necessary light on the situation to make a world of difference.

A mistake in other professions can be corrected with the only loss being time, but for a surgeon or a dentist, a mistake can mean pain for their patient and injury. It can lead to permanent damage. And in addition to potential for inflicting pain, doctors have to worry about being sued, something that is more and more prevalent in our litigious society.

New surgical headlights and dental lighting accessories are a welcome development in the eyes of medical professionals. They are lightweight, comfortable and provide exactly the right light while being so comfortable that it’s easy to forget that they’re there.

A well designed surgical headlight is much more than just another light. These headlights provide full-spectrum lighting which shows things in their natural colors and eliminate shadows for a clear view. Diagnostic procedures often rely on being able to see precise colors, especially for dermatologists.

One common problem experienced by dentists is that when they need to move in close to examine their patient’s teeth, they often end up blocking their overhead lights. With proper dental lighting accessories, this is no longer a problem. Lights can be moved to exactly where they are needed for an optimal view.

Start by considering the overhead lighting in the examination room. Ideally, this light will provide high intensity illumination and optimal color matching. It is important that the tubes simulate daylight at 4000 to 6500 Kelvin RA 85-93 and include an infrared filter to reduce heat. Quality lights will not have the stroboscopic effect common in standard issue florescent lighting. They should provide shadow free lighting without glare.

During an examination it is common for the doctor’s body to block the overhead light, obscuring the exact area you are trying to focus on. A surgical headlight can solve the problem by putting a spotlight right where you need it. Quality lighting will dramatically improve the performance of magnifying loupes, critical in the dental profession. A good quality surgical headlight will be lightweight and portable. Most run off rechargeable lithium ion battery packs that last for twelve hours of continuous use. They can be clipped on a coat or worn on a headband. At approximately seven ounces in total weight, you will not even know it is there. Your patient will not be bothered by the light either because the UV lighting will not hurt the eyes.

Every surgeon and every dentist relies on proper lighting to do their job. With the right lighting, you can limit mistakes in diagnosis and procedures. Good quality dental lighting and surgical headlights make the demanding work of a dentist or surgeon just a little bit easier – and patients will appreciate the difference as well.

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Sleep Medicine for Dentists (Hardcover) $60.8 Editors Lavigne (dentistry, U. of Montreal), Cistulli (respiratory medicine, U. of Sydney, Australia) and Smith (psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Johns Hopkins U.) have enlisted the help of expert practitioners to assemble this overview on sleep medicine for dentists that emphasizes the importance of normal sleep patterns on dental health. Contributors discuss the latest research in dental sleep medicine and sleep neurobiology as it relates to sleep apnea, bruxism and movement disorders. The link between orofacial pain and sleep deprivation is also examined, and recommendations are made for pharmacologic management of sleep-pain interactions. Annotation )2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Dental Sleep Medicine (Hardcover) $85.7 This issue reviews the major areas of clinical interest in Dental Sleep: Sleep Bruxism; Oral Evaluation and Screening by the Dentist; the Neurologic Basis of Sleep Breathing Disorders; Sleep and Orofacial Pain; Cone Beam Imaging of the Airway; The Cervical Spine: Considerations and Treatment for Sleep Disordered Breathing; the Role of the Nasal Airway; Myofunctional Tongue Therapy for Speech Therapy; Ambulatory Testing by the Dentist for Oral Appliance Therapy; Exercises to Address Posture, the Cervical Spine and the Airway; Oral Appliance Therapy for Sleep Breathing; Surgical Therapy for Sleep Breathing Disorders; Sleep Disorders and Headache; and Anatomy of the Airway.  Every sleep specialist needs to be aware of how dental concerns can impact sleep behaviors and sleep disorders.

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