subject: Know About Different Types Of Eye Loupes [print this page] Eye loupes are considered to be an important tool in the field of dentistry. With increased magnification power, the dentists are able to view the entities in the patient's mouth clearly and in great detail. However there are certain factors that are needed to be considered while selecting a loupes- an instrument which dentists have to use in daily clinical procedures.
A good field width is a very important factor while choosing a good surgical loupe. It is determined .by the diameter of the lens. High magnifying power has high resolution and the field of the loupe will be reduced. Another thing that holds equal importance is that the dentist has to adjust his vision to see the objects clearly and in accordance with the magnification of the loupe. This is because unnecessary high resolution can cause the image of the objects to blur and thus causing inaccuracy while performing clinical surgeries.
Eye loupes are classified into different classes on the basis of resolution and field width. The class 1 comprises of single lens loupes and comes at a cheap price. The class 2 has surgical loupes with the magnification power ranging from 2.0 to 2.9. In class 3, the magnification power lies between 3.0 and 3.9 while the class 4 it ranges between 4.0 and 4.9.
Today with considerable progress in technology, different kinds of loupes have been introduced in the market. There are designer frames and wraparound loupes available which are very useful and preferred by many dentists. These days loupes are available with portable light (LED) which helps to provide adequate amount of light on the working area.
Among the wide range available you can also choose from Flip-up Dental surgical Galilean loupes. They are light-weight and come with triple hinge design. They allow 180 degree of adjustment and enable you to maintain a good ergonomic posture. They come with sporty frames and are very comfortable to wear. Dentists may have to wear them for long period of time and therefore soft nose pads are built to provide ultimate comfort to the dentists. The wrap around frames is high base panoramic lens which help to give a wide view.
Dental loupes can be bought online with great ease. There are manufacturers who sell high quality eye loupes at reasonable prices. You can order for preferred loupes online and get them within a reasonable time frame.
