Are you an RDH that does local anesthesia? Do you know about buffering? In this mini episode, Tom Viola breaks it down for us and explains how it works, when to use it, and why he calls it one of the most under-utilized tools in dentistry! Be sure to reach out to him if you have any questions by … [Read more...] about Buffering Local Anesthetics, How Does They Work? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Compounding Companies and Anesthetics, What Do We Need To Know? Ask The Expert with Tom Viola
Compounding pharmacies are gaining popularity throughout dentistry and healthcare. There are lowered costs, customized medications, and local ties. But should we be trusting them? Tom Viola comes back to the show to tell us a few things we need to keep in mind! Be sure to check out what Tom Viola … [Read more...] about Compounding Companies and Anesthetics, What Do We Need To Know? Ask The Expert with Tom Viola
Lidocaine vs Articaine, Which is Superior? Ask The Expert with Tom Viola
With the handful of local anesthetics at our fingertips, we seem to reach for Lidocaine and Articaine the most. Is one of these better than the other? Tom Viola answers this fast fact! Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - Tom@Tomviola.com … [Read more...] about Lidocaine vs Articaine, Which is Superior? Ask The Expert with Tom Viola
When Should I Use 3% Plain? Fast Facts with Tom Viola!
There are lots of considerations for which anesthetic you should use and 3% plain is commonly used in dentistry. Mostly we think it should be used in cases of short acting, but then we have to consider that multiple cartridges could lead to toxicity... so when should we use it? Tom Viola explains in … [Read more...] about When Should I Use 3% Plain? Fast Facts with Tom Viola!
