What are dental loupes?
Loupes are magnification lenses that allow dentists and dental students to better view the area of the oral cavity in which they are working. Do I need a pair of loupes for dental school? No, but they do make a significant difference and I would recommend getting a pair of loupes for dental school. Loupes help dentists and students increase their precision in making accurate diagnosis and drilling to the best possible dimensions for each tooth preparation. Dental loupes also help your posture while peroforming dental procedures helping you to avoid neck and back fatigue and eye strain. By the end of the last year of dental school, most dental students will own and use a pair of loupes. Should I get flip up or through the lens (TTL) loupes? This is a personal preference. There are benefits and negatives to both types of loupes. The TTL loupes are usually lighter and less bulky, but they are also more expensive and are not adjustable. The flip up style allows the dentist or student to mo
