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Tools of the trade: Zeiss EyeMag Pro loupes

Editor — Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:29:15 +0000

by Dr Sean Parsonage, Spa Dental, Ryde, NSW The Zeiss EyeMag Pro loupes are a high-quality optical device. I have 4X magnification and use them with nearly every procedure. They’re comfortable and allow me to perform better dentistry. What’s good about it I’ve used different types of loupes in the past and most are attached […]

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Tools of the trade: Orascoptic Dragonfly PRO loupes

Editor — Tue, 27 May 2025 23:50:32 +0000

by Dr Rajesh Padnakad, Port Douglas Dentist, QLD I purchased my first Orascoptic loupes in 2013. I used the same set daily for the next nine years and finally upgraded in 2022. They are an exceptional aid to performing dentistry. What’s good about it The biggest advantage of Orascoptic loupes is that it allows me […]

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Tools of the trade: Ergo 6X TTL loupes

Editor — Tue, 02 Apr 2024 23:12:07 +0000

By Dr Rachael Chan, Lightwood Dental, Ferntree Gully, and The Smile Centre, Heidelberg and Langwarrin, VIC I had been using normal prismatic loops since uni and I was getting a lot of neck and shoulder pain. I’d heard from other colleagues that Ergo loupes with a 45-degree tilt really take the strain off your neck. […]

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How to choose your loupes

Advertorial — Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:35:01 +0000

This article is sponsored content brought to you by Byron Medical. Loupes have become a standard equipment in almost every dental clinic, being used by dental surgeons, hygienists and OHTs. The increase in demand led new players to the market, and one can get quite confused when choosing such an important instrument that sits on […]

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Tools of the trade: Pentax NF2 loupes

Editor — Tue, 22 Aug 2023 01:43:16 +0000

by Dr Marc Sandler, Crows Nest Dentists, NSW My loupes have 5X magnification. Initially, I thought that might be too strong for general dentistry but I use them for everything. I’m certain they help me do better dentistry. What’s good about it The big advantage of these loupes is that they have a refractive prism […]

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Tools of the trade: Surgitel 4.5X loupes

Editor — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 02:13:48 +0000

by Dr Irene Kennedy, Kennedy Dental Cosmetics, Paddington, NSW I’ve owned loupes in the past but they never really worked for me. I felt like I was straining to keep everything in focus and in my field of view. Invariably, I ended up with a painful neck. The Surgitel loupes work beautifully and are very […]

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Tools of the trade: Bryant Dental 7.5X loupes

Editor — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 02:11:51 +0000

by Dr Robert Honeybone, Mawson Dental Care, ACT I needed magnification but I didn’t have space for a microscope in my surgery. I tried a lot of different loupes in order to find the highest magnification while still being comfortable. The Bryan Dental loupes at 7.5X were perfect for my needs and have a good […]

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Tools of the trade: PeriOptix loupes and Microline Mini headlight

Editor — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:40:48 +0000

by Dr Rochelle Baxter, Whittlesea Family Dental, VIC I’ve had my old loupes for about 15 years and found as I get older, I rely on them more and more. I was using 2X magnification and they were very helpful. Recently I decided to upgrade and tried a pair of PeriOptix loupes at a dental […]

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Tools of the trade: MaximEyes Galilean loupes

Editor — Mon, 08 Jan 2018 01:46:42 +0000

by Dr Angela Schuurmans, Ingle Farm Dental, SA The loupes I was using prior to these were very heavy. They were also uncomfortable and wouldn’t stay in place. The MaximEyes Galilean loupes have been a huge improvement. What’s good about it The best thing about these loupes is the comfort of the frame. They are […]

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Tools of the trade: Zeiss EyeMag Pro S with EyeMag Light II

Editor — Wed, 05 Jul 2017 23:30:30 +0000

by Dr Nicolas van der Walt, Van Der Walt Dental, Bundaberg, QLD For these loupes, I chose a magnification of 3.2X in order to have as wide a field of view as possible. I wear them for practically every procedure. What’s good about it These loupes are mounted on a headband so you don’t feel […]

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Tools of the trade: Orascoptic XV1 loupes + light

Editor — Wed, 26 Oct 2016 00:05:49 +0000

by Dr Jade Sun, Sun Dental, Pakenham, VIC I always knew that if I ever bought loupes, I wanted a set with an attached light. However, this meant there would be a cord and a battery pack which made them cumbersome and annoying for the user. For this reason, I have avoided purchasing loupes—until now. […]

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Your tools: Orascoptic EyeZoom loupes

Editor — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 01:54:10 +0000

by Dr Christopher Ch’ng, Argyle Street Family Dentist, Parramatta, NSW What’s good about it These loupes have an attached light and the 3.5x magnification makes everything much clearer. They allow me to work very accurately, conserve more tooth structure and make it much easier when doing root canals. The light is very bright and has […]

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Orascoptic EyeZoom

Editor — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 01:48:05 +0000

My previous loupes were 3.2X Orascoptics with TTL (Through The Lens) technology. I used this pair for 16 years! I owned them for so long, they were getting a bit obsolete so I decided to upgrade to the EyeZooms. What a fantastic product—I can’t work without them. What’s good about it These loupes allow you […]

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Tools of the trade: Orascoptic Loupes and Light

Editor — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:23:27 +0000

by Dr Dean Martin, Dean A Martin Dental Surgery, Dianella, WA I’ve used my loupes every day for the past two years. Whether it’s a simple examination, doing a filling or more complicated procedures, it gives me a beautifully clear and magnified field of vision. They are a vital part of my practice and […]

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