Personally selected by Tosha
Tosha’s Favorite Dental Tools
Microscope supplies, oral home-care favorites, books, and professional tools I personally use and recommend.
Clearer, more consistent images
Microscope Supplies
Your slide-preparation setup matters. These practical favorites keep supplies clean, close at hand, and easier to use consistently.
Microscope Supply Box
Keeps every slide-prep essential organized, disinfectable, and within easy reach. When supplies stay chairside instead of beside the microscope, clinicians are far more likely to take slides consistently.
Frosted-End Microscope Slides
The frosted end creates a consistent handling zone that supports a cleaner workflow and reduces cross-contamination. They also separate easily, so you waste fewer slides.
Glass Cover Slips
Clean, properly sized glass cover slips help create a clearer, more consistent image. Plastic and lower-quality cover slips can introduce debris or prevent the cover glass from laying properly.
Saline Solution
The small dropper makes it easy to dispense one controlled drop. Too much saline gets messy and prevents the cover glass from laying properly.
Fast-Dry Slide Sealant
This fast-drying polish works beautifully as a slide sealant and lets you view the image sooner. It saves valuable operatory time compared with specialty sealers that can take several minutes to dry.
For Tosha’s recommended setup
Motic Panthera Accessories
These accessories are specifically for the Motic Panthera microscope and camera setup I recommend.
USB Mouse
Connects directly to the Panthera camera so you can zoom, capture images, and save videos with a simple click. You only need this if you use the same microscope and camera setup.
microSD Card
Inserts into the back of the Panthera camera and stores the images and videos you capture. It is an essential part of saving and transferring patient images.
USB microSD Card Reader
Makes transferring saved microscope images and videos quick and easy. Insert the card, drag files to your computer, then upload them to your practice software or patient file.
Portable Power Station
Useful when the microscope lives on a mobile cart. Separate outlets power the microscope and camera, so the system can stay on throughout the day and recharge at night.
Mobile Utility Cart
Confirm the microscope fits securely on top, the power station fits below, and the cart clears your doorways. Choose smooth-rolling, preferably larger locking wheels, and move the microscope carefully.
Tosha’s daily-care favorites
Oral Home Care
Water flossers, brushes, toothpastes, rinses, and simple tools I recommend for a more consistent home-care routine.
Waterpik Aquarius
Waterpik is the tried-and-true water flosser brand I recommend. I’ve tried many options, and Waterpik consistently performs the best.
Waterpik ION
A great rechargeable, cordless option. If you travel frequently or don’t have a convenient bathroom outlet, this compact Waterpik gives you more flexibility without sacrificing countertop performance.
Waterpik Sonic-Fusion
Two jobs, one device: an electric toothbrush and water flosser in one. It isn’t my first choice for deeper periodontal pockets or active gum disease because the water stream cannot be directed as precisely as a traditional Waterpik.
Waterpik Pik Pocket Tips
Please purchase genuine Waterpik-brand tips because off-brand replacements often do not work as well. Waterpik recommends replacing Pik Pocket tips every three months.
Philips Sonicare 5950
The best toothbrush is the one you’ll actually use. I personally love my Sonicare, while my family prefers Oral-B, and that’s perfectly fine. Consistency matters more than the brand.
Oral-B iO3
If you prefer Oral-B’s round brush head, this is a great option. Biofilm can collect inside the head, so remove it regularly and thoroughly clean the head and handle connection.
Dr. Jen Natural Toothpaste
Dr. Jen is my favorite toothpaste. It tastes great, my entire family loves it, and the company provides science-backed information about the ingredients in each formula.
Dr. Jen Strawberry Toothpaste
This is my daughter’s favorite. She has tried several hydroxyapatite toothpastes, and Dr. Jen is by far her favorite for flavor.
Dr. Jen Dry Mouth Gel
This gel feels smooth and soothing and is my go-to recommendation for patients with dry mouth. It can also be applied before a dental cleaning to comfortably moisten dry tissues.
Dr. Jen Silk Floss
Made with silk rather than the plastic-based fibers found in many conventional flosses. Even some well-known brands use plastic materials, so it is worth checking the label.
Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste with PROtektin
This fluoride-free toothpaste combines hydroxyapatite with PROtektin, a prebiotic blend designed to support a healthier balance of bacteria in the mouth.
Copper Tongue Scraper
Copper has natural antimicrobial properties, which is an added perk. Bacteria and debris collect within the tongue’s grooves, so gently scrape your tongue daily.
Remineralizing Mouthwash
This alcohol- and fluoride-free rinse contains hydroxyapatite to support enamel while freshening your mouth without the harsh burn of traditional mouthwash.
PerioCleanse Oral Concentrate
This concentrate tastes great, which can make daily use easier and improve compliance. It is designed for use in an oral irrigator; follow the product directions and rinse the reservoir afterward.
ioRinse Molecular Iodine Irrigant
Designed for use in a Waterpik or oral irrigator, this is a helpful option for patients who need extra support around bleeding gums or dental implants. Follow the product’s dilution instructions.
ProBiora Professional Strength Oral Probiotic
A daily probiotic formulated specifically for oral health. It helps support a healthier balance of beneficial bacteria around the teeth and gums and is an easy addition to a consistent home-care routine.
Wellness Favorites
Practical products I use and recommend beyond oral care.
Books & Learning
Books Worth Sharing
A few of my favorite reads for understanding the mouth-body connection and taking a more informed role in whole-body health.
Saved by the Mouth
One of my favorite mouth-body connection books and a must-read for every dental professional. Dr. Katie Lee translates the science into clear, practical language—so, as a bonus, it has already been translated into English for us!
Beat the Heart Attack Gene
A must-read—especially if you see a cardiologist or want to better understand your cardiovascular risk. The authors present a cutting-edge, personalized prevention approach, and an entire chapter explains why oral health belongs in the heart-health conversation.
Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain
This book connects cardiovascular health, brain health, and chronic disease through a personalized prevention approach. It explains how protecting your arteries may also help protect your memory—and includes an important chapter on oral health’s role in whole-body wellness.