The Sharpening Debate: Sharpen-Free vs. Traditional Instruments
Lecture by Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH, BSc
Join RDH Kathleen Bokrossy for an insightful lecture series on care and maintenance of dental hygiene instruments!
03 The Sharpening Debate: Sharpen-Free vs. Traditional Instruments
Maintaining dental hygiene instruments is more than routine upkeep – it directly impacts clinical efficiency, patient care, and practitioner well-being. Choosing between sharpen-free and traditional sharpenable instruments requires a thoughtful evaluation of effectiveness, ergonomics, and financial investment.
This session provides a comprehensive look at the benefits and challenges of each instrument type, offering insights into time management, cost-effectiveness, and overall clinical efficiency. Whether optimizing sharpening techniques or exploring sharpen-free alternatives, understanding these factors is essential for sustaining long-term performance and ensuring high-quality patient care.
By making informed decisions about instrument selection and maintenance, practitioners can enhance their workflow, reduce fatigue, and uphold professional excellence in every aspect of their practice.
Take Home Document
Download the reference guide comparing sharpen-free and traditional instruments, as presented in the video.
Clinician
Kathleen Bokrossy
Video content by RDH, BSc Kathleen Bokrossy
About:
Kathleen Bokrossy, RDH, BSc, has been bringing engaging energy to the dental profession for over 30 years.
Kathleen is the founder and president of rdhu Inc., publisher for the Dental Hygiene Quarterly and the producer and cast member of The RDH View. An interactive and popular presenter, Kathleen is a Key Opinion Leader for Curion, LM-Dental, Crest+Oral-B, and Ivoclar Vivadent.
She is passionate about making change happen and ensures that every program she presents will ignite a spark in the dental hygienist to implement change in their practice!
