The color temperature of a light source is the color perceived by the eye. Color temperature is calculated in degrees Kelvin (K). The lower the degree, the warmer the scattered light (red) and the higher it is, the colder the light (blue). In the medical field, neutral and cold colors are preferred because they allow […]
Light intensity is a physical measure of the ability of a light source to illuminate in a given direction. It quantifies the quantity of light emitted in this direction and is linked to the notion of luminosity. Its official unit of measurement is the candela (cd), which means “candle” in Latin. A candela corresponds to […]
1) Local manufacturing ensures better quality control Local manufacturing allows for better control over design and compliance with quality standards. Products in general and medical supplies in particular are imported in large quantities from Asia. Purchasing these products is often driven solely by price, and therefore most of these imported products are of inferior quality, […]
The first time I used an illuminated curette, I thought it was great! Then one day, the light gradually weakened to the point where I could no longer use it … I then discovered that the manufacturer had forgot to put a door to change the battery! This discovery implied 3 things: How not to […]