5 Major Sources of Dental Operator Pain (And How to Prevent Them)
Both dynamic and static activities cause musculoskeletal disorders, a new study has shown. That same study reported that over 69% of the dental students complained of pain in at least one part of their body, and it’s not just newcomers to the industry who are feeling the pain of being a dental operator. Research has […]
Dental Operators Show Their Love for Crescent Products
Over the years, we have built up a large follow of people who have shown a lot of love for our dental chair accessories, particularly our line of Dental Headrests and Bodyrest Systems. Recently, one of our customers, Donna Avakoff, RDH, elaborated on why she loves Crescent Products in an issue of RDH Magazine. What […]
5 Ways to Make (and Keep) Dental Patients Happy
Keeping dental patients happy is the key to running a successful dental office. It will simultaneously earn you return business while preventing patients from moving to your competition. To keep your dental patients happy, follow these five tips. #1: Start With the Perfect Waiting Room Environment Everything begins with your waiting room. It’s the first […]
How Does Memory Foam Work?
It’s in everything from mattresses to pillows and dental headrests, but how does memory foam actually work, and what makes it spring back into its original shape without incurring damage? While we won’t say exactly which materials we use in our memory foam headrests and other products, we can talk a bit about what memory […]
How Our Products Work Together to Help Dentists
At Crescent Products, we have created a whole line of dental chair accessories that help dentists keep their patients comfortable while positioning them in ways that make it more comfortable to treat. While each product provides a different level of comfort, they all come together to make a treatment experience that can’t be found anywhere […]
The Causes of Poor Posture and Pain in Dental Operators
Dental operators have long battled the problem of musculoskeletal pain, which is usually caused by maintaining poor posture during treatment. Because of the volume of patients dental operators treat, and the duration of the procedures, pain and discomfort are inevitable. But what causes operators to maintain poor posture, and can it be avoided? The Effects […]
What Do Dental Patients Want in a Waiting Room?
Many factors outside of the care dentists provide can have a huge impact on patient satisfaction. Among the most influential is wait times. Studies have shown that longer wait times have a significant effect on a patient’s perception of and satisfaction with their care. While it’s in your dental clinic’s best interest to keep wait […]
What Makes Crescent Products Different From Other Dental Chair Accessories?
When it comes to dental chair accessories, two things matter: quality materials and ergonomic design. But not every company can take a specific design, combine it with well-made materials, and create products that work well. The company also needs to understand the needs of patients and dental operators. This is why Crescent Products is a […]
Simple Ways to Reduce Dental Patient Cancellations and Increase Revisits
Patient cancellations and no-shows are an issue for nearly every dental office in the country. They cost money, they waste time and they cause headaches for dentists and their staff. On top of these issues, dentists also face the task of winning returned business from new customers. To do so, they must present a […]
3 Easy-to-Use Products for Perfect Dental Patient Comfort
More than 40 million adults in the U.S. suffer from anxiety, fear or discomfort during dental treatments. This is a major concern for dental operators, who often struggle to keep their patients comfortable and calm during cleanings and treatment. Nervous patients who frequently move are problematic for multiple reasons: The often avoid the dentist outright […]