Q-Optics: The Real Ergo Loupe?
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- Опубликовано: 17 сен 2024
- I've been using these Q-optic prismatic loupes for a couple of weeks now, and here's my full review of them. I hope it's of benefit, if you've got any questions please feel free to drop them down below. Peace
You mentioned at 15:36 that you're not able to use refractive loupes all the time, in which situations would you use prismatic vs refractive?
I'm in a weird position where my prismatic andau ergo loupes (5x) feel sometimes worse than my gallilean orascoptic (3.5x) loupes due to the angulation for molar endos - maybe I need more experience ( the light on my Andau is however much nicer)
I went to Q optics 4.5x from designs for vision. Big improvement; however, I still can’t adjust to getting my focus thrown off by my long eyelashes. I just ordered the Oroscoptics Eyezoom max loupes with dragonfly which is supposed to balance the weight. I know that you have the regular eyezoom, but how do you compare the quality of image, over all quality, and neck fatigue between the eyezoom and the q-optics?
Also, how often do you switch mags while using the eyezoom?
Oh, that's interesting. Have you spoken to Q-Optics about this, I wonder if it's something that can be overcome with angle of the loupes/frame choice...
I do want to review the EyeZoom Max to see how it compares to the original, I reckon you'll end up using the variable magnification more often as there's a bigger difference between the 2 (instead of 3). When using the eyezoom I would definitely switch whenever doing some more precise e.g endo /preps as I had the luxury. That being said I haven't looked back whilst using these Q-Optics as the ergonomics are far superior, I haven't experienced neck pain or fatigue in the slightest. As for image quality, they are comparable.
Hope this helps 👍🏽
Thank you for the video Yusuf. İ am a student currently wanting to but loupes. What do you suggest me that is good for the price (I'm not looking above 3000 for at least 3X magnification).
Also what is your opinion of not personalised loupes that you can adjust yourself and that are cheaper. (like the ones from AliExpress and some more expensive ones)
Hey Tambee,
With that budget you should be able to get a decent set of Prismatic loupes with 3.5x or more magnification, particularly as most companies do a generous student discount. For example, I believe these loupes should be well within budget after the discount.
As for non customised loupes, I'm sure you could probably get a reasonable experience using them. Some consultants I know do surgery regularly with these types of loupes, however, personally I would suggest investing in a custom fit set as your overall experience will undoubtedly be better. Of course this is if you have the means to do so.
It's on my list to do a review of a non-custom set of loupes and I'll share my thoughts on this in more detail hopefully👍🏽
Informative video. How much did these cost you, I appreciate itll be different from customer to customer but a ball park figure would be nice
Hey
I think around £3.5k of course depending on the mag you go for 👍🏽
You should do a video on cameras to record cases without a microscope.
Some are quite pricey but some people just use a go pro with a macro lens
I plan to do this at some point, stay tuned 👍🏽
18:05 Are you referring to the old lumadent battery or the new one? i cant see how i could accidentaly press it with the later model (not that new so not sure which you referring to). Now youve had some time with the q optic light how does it compare to the lumadent one. I like the toggle switch on the cable that lumadent has which is swaying me towards them. Any insights would be really helpful
Hi
I'm comparing to the older Lumadent battery which had a on/off switch which could easily be toggled when in the carry case I had for it.
I haven't had experience with the new Lumadent battery, it looks like it also has a button instead now which I find better 👍🏽
Hi doc,How do you compare these loupes to univet loupes
Hi
To be fair, I haven't properly tried univet prismatic loupes so I can't say.
seeing as youve thoroughly reviewed both these and bryants refractive loupes, which would you now recommend for a general dentist? (putting aside the downsides of refractives when it comes to implants and surgery)
As a general dentist you have to ask yourself what is important to you. Is the weight, style, ergonomics, magnification, design, optical clarity, cost, customer service etc. whichever is your main priority will dictate your decision. I must also mention Q optics also have an ergonomic refractive loupe you could check out too which is I guess would be more comparable to the Bryant Refractives but I haven't tried those. Unfortunately, it's not black and white and is subjective. I'd advise to physically check out the loupes and get a feel for them before buying. What I can say is that I've been using these as my daily and would have no hesitation in recommending them for general dentistry.
Hope this helps
This was really helpful - thanks so much!!! 🎉
You're welcome 😃
Very helpful review. Can you please details of rep joe . I contacted swallow dental bit no response. Thanks
Thank you for your comment.
Here are his details
joe.minney@swallowdental.co.uk
07895 749935