Diashine has been my go to polishing kit for extra-oral uses so I was excited when they came out with their polishers for a latch handpiece and to be used intraorally. The Hornbrook kit is designed for all of the materials and uses that I have in my practice. Whether I am polishing e.max, empress or natural teeth I get perfect surface texture and luster Read More
Chris Catalano DDS
Have Fun!
Having fun at work is not only possible but probable. I don't mean throwing a party or bringing in lunch. Are you having fun when you are practicing dentistry, performing procedures and being with patients? What "Fun" looks like is different for each of us based on our personalities and preferences. Whatever that look like for you, I think of it as Read More
New Patient Monitor
I wanted to share a system we use in my office I call "New Patient Monitor". It is a way once a month that I can review the new patients that came in and where they stand. For me it is a good reflective analysis so that I can get better at what I do. Who Referred them Treatment Recommended Who Accepted Treatment Who Is Scheduled Read More
Chlorhexidine Scrub
Have you ever seen "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"? If so you remember that the father of the bride used Windex to clean everything. In my world I use Chlorhexidine prep scrub, specifically Consepsis from Ultradent, to clean every prep. If you are looking for better impressions or better bonding, this is a key step in the process. Read More