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In this section you will find from dental news to curiosities and other information that may be useful.


The importance of the Trendelenburg position in dental care.

The Trendelenburg position is a long-standing and well-established method that has been used across various fields of medicine, such as surgery, shock and hypotension treatment, and respiratory treatments. In some disciplines, it’s still considered effective, but has been discontinued in others. Many pieces of the medical furniture that we sell here at Health and Care mention the Trendelenburg Position but if that’s all Portuguese to you, this article will help straighten it all out.  Continue reading

Colors are very important to call the attention of the patients.  Every color has a different feeling for us. Some transmit relaxation, others exude confidence.  According to what you want to transmit with the decoration of your practice you have to choose one color or another. Curious to find out what feelings your dental clinic is giving to your patients?   How about a little guidance in the world of color-choosing?

 

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Are you postponing your dental check-up because of Covid-19? You shouldn’t be afraid. We have asked several prominent dentists and specialists a series of questions regarding cross-contamination and patient safety in the dental practice. This week it is  Dr. Spreij’s turn from dental practice “Tandarts Spreij” in Bennekom, the Netherlands. Continue reading

How your dentist is protecting you from cross-contamination.

 

Cross-contamination (also called cross infection) is a term defined as an inadvertent transfer of bacteria or other contaminants from one surface/substance or subject to another because of unsanitary handling procedures. In short, cross contamination is a spread of microorganisms from one source to another. Continue reading

The 23rd of April, “Diada de Sant Jordi” (or Saint George’s Day in English) is one of the most important days in the Catalan calendar. We’re going to start with the Legend of Sant Jordi, a story known all over Catalonia, and even though several versions can be found, the basis is the same. Continue reading