DPS readers turn to Designs for Vision to keep their chins up and their careers pain-free
Like many clinicians, Jessica Raymond-Allbritten was looking to address the long-term neck pain and poor posture habits she'd developed over her 15-year hygiene career. So, she took a chance on the Infinity VUE loupes from Designs for Vision, and it's safe to say she wasn't disappointed.
"Not only are the loupes themselves an exceptional product but the company also provides a level of customer service and personalized support that is increasingly difficult to find today," she shared.
Selecting a loupe involves more than simply buying a product, Raymond-Allbritten pointed out; it's contingent on customer service, fitting support, and the overall experience with the manufacturer.
"After receiving my loupes, I contacted my representative regarding some fit-related concerns," the hygienist recalled. "She responded promptly and arranged to meet with me directly to address and resolve my issues."
Vision Up Ergonomics
Designed with “vision up” ergonomics to help clinicians keep their chins up, necks straight, and eyes forward while working, Infinity VUE loupes are available in 3.0x, 3.5x, 4.0x, and 4.5x magnifications and are customized for each clinician’s measurements and working distance.
"Initially, I had to consciously remind myself to maintain proper posture by keeping my head upright rather than looking downward," said Raymond-Allbritten. "However, once I became accustomed to the correct angle and positioning, the loupes felt natural and easy to use."
Clarity That Breeds Confidence
While she noted that dental hygienists are often encouraged to stay within a magnification range of 3.0x to 3.5x, transitioning to a 4.0x magnification marked a significant advance in her clinical practice.
"The enhanced level of detail and visibility was truly transformative, allowing for greater precision and improved visualization during patient care," Raymond-Allbritten said. "The increased magnification better supports collaboration with the dentist's treatment recommendations, as it enables hygienists to identify clinical findings with greater clarity and confidence."
"Overall," she continued, "the Infinity VUE loupes have had a meaningful impact on my ability to continue practicing comfortably, supporting my goal of maintaining a pain-free career for many years to come."
It's Never Too Late to Improve Your Posture
In practice for over 40 years and an attending dentist at Mountainside Medical Center in Glen Ridge, NJ, Dr. Sylvia Irwin had been aware of the Infinity VUE loupes after seeing some of her residents transition to them.
"I thought I was too 'old' to adjust to something I perceived as being a radical departure from the traditional style of loupes I had been using," she said. "Well, I was wrong! It took less than 3 days for me to adapt, and not only do I perceive the change in my posture, but my office staff has also remarked on it. I am very impressed!"
