Purchaser Beware! Beware of Cheap Loupes
As everything is getting commercialized, several brands are coming up that are selling low-quality dental loupes in the name of “budget-friendly” or “cheap” dental loupes. Please be aware that these businesses are taking shortcuts in a variety of different aspects, including product quality as well as service. And unfortunately, many people end up getting trapped in this marketing gimmick.
Why you should not purchase cheap loupes?
Because surgical loupe optics are constructed from a large number of components, each of which contributes to the overall performance of the optics. At Loupe Direct we offer the best dental loupes that are significantly more advanced than those offered by other companies. Our optical designs offer the user a criterion view that has an expanded field of view, while simultaneously providing an exceptional depth of field. The field of view offered by inferior loupes is typically quite limited, and the loupes themselves can be difficult to focus on. Some also make the claim that they have a magnification of 2.5 times, despite the fact that the product's actual performance is significantly lower. In addition, the vast majority of them have a tendency to be quite a bit heavier in comparison to the high-quality loupes made available by us.
When shopping for dental or surgical loupes of professional quality, it is important to keep the following in mind:
#1 Optical Quality
Loupes that are of lower quality will typically have performance limitations in the areas of field-of-view, depth-of-field, and especially weight. Our loupes maintain a true and undistorted peripheral view while providing an excellent field-of-view as well as depth-of-field. A high-quality loupe with extremely high-resolution optics is the result of the clarity that is razor-sharp and extends to the edges of the lens. To ensure that the optical quality of each and every loupe is of the highest possible standard, all our loupes are multi-coated with anti-glare, anti-fog, and scratch-resistant coatings.
#2 Weight
Many of these loupes use antiquated designs that are heavy to wear. After using them for just a few hours, they can start to feel very cumbersome. This is a very important consideration to make because you won't use your loupes if they're too cumbersome to hold in your hands.
#3 Headlights
The majority of surgeons, dentists, and dental hygienists are beginning to adopt the use of loupe-mounted headlights, also known as "loupe lights." The portable loupe lights offered by us are exceptionally bright. They come equipped with a high-intensity LED light source that casts no shadows, requires almost no maintenance, and weighs less than one ounce. If you go with an unknown brand, there is a good chance that you won't be able to find a headlight in the future that will fit your loupes correctly and attach to them. Not only do our headlights produce a light that is brilliant and clear, but they also come with a mounting clip that can be attached to any brand of loupe.
#4 Durability
Cheap dental loupes are no less than a waste of money as they get damaged or break down easily because they are made using a low-quality material. If you are buying a cheap dental loupe because of budget constraints then be sure that your provider can be relied upon and that they have a solid reputation. You will be out of luck if they close their business in the future and your loupes require warranty service because you will no longer be able to get it from them. If you buy your loupes from us and when something like that occurs, our technical team will work quickly to repair your loupes.
In addition to this, we strongly suggest that you properly test your new loupes as soon as you buy them. Check that the performance and comfort levels are up to par with your expectations. Again, if you are unable to wear your loupes right away and develop a level of comfort with them during the "break in" period, then please let us know so that we can ensure that you receive a set of loupes with which you will be completely satisfied.
Wrapping Up
We believe that you should consider the purchase of a best dental loupes as an investment in your professional development. Consider this to be a long-term investment. In this blog, we have talked about several reasons and considerations that you must keep in mind while purchasing a dental loupe. We have also talked about why you should not go for a cheap dental loupe. If you re still facing any doubts then please don't hesitate to get in touch with us via phone or email so that we can have a more in-depth conversation about your requirements and supply you with any relevant additional information!