Has a PCP provided feedback that your patient should NOT have epinephrine in the local anesthesia? It's a complicated issue as epi does so much to improve the efficacy of the anesthetic agents but also helps manage patient pain. In this episode, Tom Viola discusses the ins and outs of using … [Read more...] about Epinephrine: Enemy? Friend? Frenemy? Ask The Expert with Tom Viola
Buffering Local Anesthetics, How Does They Work? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
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
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!
Articaine for Mandibular Blocks, is it okay? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Welcome to the age old debate of should we or shouldn't we use articaine for mandibular blocks from a pharmacologist's perspective! Be sure to check out what Tom Viola is up to by visiting Tomviola.com or email him - Tom@Tomviola.com Our partners on this episode Aquoral … [Read more...] about Articaine for Mandibular Blocks, is it okay? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Is Epinephrine Safe? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Patient safety is our first priority and so we would never want to do anything to put them in harms way. So when it comes to choosing to use epinephrine, how do we evaluate the pros and the cons? Listen to this episode with Tom Viola to find … [Read more...] about Is Epinephrine Safe? Ask The Experts with Tom Viola!
Chamomile – Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Supplements 3”
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. continues the series that focuses on dietary supplements, today highlighting a favorite supplement among many, chamomile. Tom talks to us about side effects associated with chamomile and how they impact dentistry. This series is … [Read more...] about Chamomile – Fast Facts: Pharmacology “Supplements 3”
Fast Facts: Pharmacology Central Nervous System Part 1
On this Fast Facts: Pharmacology Edition Tom Viola, R. Ph., C.C.P. starts a new segment focusing on the Central Nervous System. Today highlighting Sedative Hypnotic Agents, specifically the Benzodiazepines! This series is sponsored by our friends at Elevate Oral Care! @elevateoralcare creates … [Read more...] about Fast Facts: Pharmacology Central Nervous System Part 1
