Today, almost every dental professional in the country is using dental loupes to magnify and illuminate their working area. If you have never chosen a dental loupe before then it makes sense for you to find out more about which dental loupe should I choose? Flip-up or TTL? Each style has its own set of plus and minus points, which is why it pays to take a little time to learn more about each type.

If you are thinking about buying flip-up dental loupes then you should learn a bit more about their positive points. First of all, these dental loupes are very affordable and they cost much less than the TTL type. Secondly, flip-ups can easily be adjusted to fit different uses. You can adjust the angle of declination as well as the inter-pupillary distance. Thirdly, the flip-up loupes are beneficial because they can be flipped up when not in use. When you flip the loupe you can use the loupes without using its magnification power and you can also work without any interference. So, the next time you need to look at a chart or read an X-ray or speak to the patient you can simply flip up the loupes and continue with what you need to do. Fourthly, flip-ups are also beneficial because they allow you to change your prescription without your having to send the loupes for the required adjustment. All that you need to do to change your prescription is order a fresh prescription and then you can change that when it is delivered to you. There is never any need for you to work without your loupes when you need to change your prescription.

On the flip side, flip-ups are not a good option because they are quite heavy and this can be a hindrance when working. Secondly, they are not good because they often have to be adjusted and this can take up valuable time. Finally, they offer a field of view that is very small.

Now, let us look at the TTL (through the lens) types. They offer a number of benefits including being very light in weight. This is because they are equipped with micro lenses, which weigh very little. Secondly, TTL types are better because they do not have to be adjusted. After setting your magnification you will not need to adjust the loupes. They can also be custom built to suit your special needs. This makes it possible for you to work with greater precision. Finally, TTL is a good option because the prescription can easily be incorporated straight into the lenses.

TTL dental loupes are not a good idea because they are quite costly. Since you cannot adjust them then you will be stuck if you ever need to have them adjusted. They also cannot be flipped up and this means that when they are not in use you will need to take them off. Finally, they are also not a good option because if your prescription changes then you will need to send the TTL loupes to the manufacturer to have the required changes done.

Each type has its own set of plus and negative points. Depending on what your needs on you can pick one over the other.