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Ergonomic Seating 101

ErgoPractice News – March 2023 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Since SurgiTel’s start in 1992, it has been our mission to enhance the work and lives of our clients by supporting their best working posture, alleviating neck and back strains and pains, and protecting their eye health. SurgiTel’s ergonomic loupes and eye-safe LED headlights […]

LED Headlamp Safety: The Hazards of Blue Light

Is blue light bad for your eyes? With the sun being the principal source of blue light, its effects can’t all be bad, right? There are some proven health benefits to blue light exposure, such as boosted alertness, mood and brain function, but the digital age has brought exposure concerns to the forefront with our […]

LED Headlights 101

ErgoPractice News – February 2023 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary The main purpose of clinical illumination is to help clinicians see anatomical features which are unique to their procedures. Recognizing that one style of LED light cannot meet the illumination requirements for various clinical cases, SurgiTel has been offering four LED colors: warm (about […]

SurgiTel® Loupe and Light Design Differentiators

SurgiTel® has dedicated over three decades to helping clinicians perform their work with clarity and comfort. Let’s take a look at the key differentiators that make SurgiTel loupes not only customizable to every clinician, but a cut above the rest. We at SurgiTel understand that what a dentist needs from their dental loupes may differ […]

Ergonomics 101

ErgoPractice News – January 2023 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Nearly all loupe wearers consider loupe ergonomics as one of the important factors in selecting loupes. Despite this, we find that many of the loupes sold as “ergonomic loupes” do not meet ergonomic requirements. This is why SurgiTel’s mission has been to improve the […]

A Simplified Guide to Buying Ergonomic Loupes

Practicing proper ergonomics in the workplace can make the difference between a long and comfortable career or a painful early retirement. For clinicians who use loupes, this guide can ensure you’re considering the three key factors in selecting ergonomically correct loupes for you, so you can continue to perform your best work, without pain, long […]

Magnification 101

ErgoPractice News – December 2022 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary Magnification is not complicated. For example, a 2.5x magnification increases the object size two and a half times the size to the naked eye. Loupes are a passive device to help you see in more detail and help you work at a comfortable and […]

Frames 101 – Choosing the Right Frame

ErgoPractice News – November 2022 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary There are two main goals for this newsletter. The first is to help customers select a frame that is best for their needs and facial features. The second is to highlight the advantages of SurgiTel and Oakley frames. Frames Designed for Loupes Not all […]

Choosing the Best Loupes and Lights for You and Your Procedures

ErgoPractice News – October 2022 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary SurgiTel® has developed the widest range of loupes and headlights available. With complete options, determining which magnification and illumination products are best for you comes down to you and your procedures. SurgiTel Loupes With the introduction of ErgoDeflection™ loupes, SurgiTel now has four main […]

Why Are Warm LED Headlights an Excellent Dental Illumination Option?

ErgoPractice News – September 2022 By Jin Chang PhD jchang@surgitel.com Summary The main purpose of clinical illumination is to help clinicians see anatomical features which are unique to their procedures. Recognizing that one style of LED light cannot meet illumination requirements for various clinical cases, SurgiTel has been offering four LED colors: warm (about 3000K), […]