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Patients with Autism: Reducing Anxiety for Increased Cooperation
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that 1 in 68 children in the United States is identified with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), a general term describing a group of complex developmental brain disorders such as Asperger syndrome, Rett syndrome, and childhood disintegrative disorder. When it comes… Read More
10 Dental Health Tips for Springtime Holidays
Nothing says spring has sprung like chocolate eggs, brightly colored jellybeans, and chewy macaroons, but these sweet holiday treats could mean summertime blues for your pearly whites if you aren’t careful. The best way to avoid cavities is to practice good oral hygiene and limit sugary treats. Here’s a basketful… Read More
Foreign Body Aspiration or Ingestion: Protect Your Patient. Protect Yourself
The potential of foreign body aspiration is a universal concern in dentistry, so it’s important for clinicians to avoid errors before they lead to an adverse event like the one above (image by A.Prof Frank Gaillard). Here are a few… Read More
Isolite Systems is Becoming Zyris
Back in 2001, husband and wife Jim and Sandi Hirsch teamed up with Jim’s brother Tom to start the company that would become Isolite Systems. The early years were spent perfecting the art and science of bringing light into the oral environment while also providing a superior isolation alternative. Over… Read More
14 Ways to Overcome Dental Anxiety
Nervous about going to the tooth doctor? You’re not alone. In America, 5 percent to 14 percentof people experience high dental anxiety, and 80 percent have a lower level of nervousness. Unfortunately, many will avoid cleanings and treatments altogether, which is extremely dangerous, not just… Read More
7 Fast, Healthy Food Ideas for Busy Dental People
When you’re rushing from patient to patient, it’s hard to think about eating healthy food. You’re often so bombarded with immediate tasks that even microwaving popcorn seems too labor intensive. But as a medical professional, you know that relying on processed foods that are high in fat and sodium… Read More
Two Minutes. Twice a Day. You Got This.
Take two minutes “Too busy” to brush your teeth? That’s a poor excuse. You make time for the things that are important to you, like watching your favorite TV show, perusing your social media accounts, reading the news, shaving your shadow, applying your make-up, and styling your mane. If… Read More
What Every Dental Professional Needs to Know About Winter Dehydration
Brisk, chilly days can be a welcome change from summer’s sweltering heat and humidity, but you could be missing the signs of winter dehydration because they’re less obvious. Just because you’re not dripping bullets of sweat during the cooler months doesn’t mean you’re staying hydrated. Turns out that when you’re… Read More
Tom and Jim’s Excellent Adventure: The Inspiring Story of How the Isolite Came to Be
As a dental clinician, I used to enjoy wandering the exhibitors’ floor at dental conferences, looking for that one revolutionary product that stood out from the rest. I’ll never forget what I discovered at the California Dental Association conference in Anaheim in 2002, when I saw an Isolite… Read More
Improve Safety and Comfort for Your Pediatric Patients
Isolite technology is becoming the gold standard for pediatric patients because of its safety, efficiency, ease of use, and the increased patient and parental comfort it provides. As the range of capabilities for this isolation device expands, savvy dentists are catching on. Greater patient compliance Using Isolite instead of… Read More
