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Dental Hygiene Instruments
Dental Hygiene Instruments
Dental hygienists are a vital part of any general dentistry practice, providing patients with prophylactic cleanings, general diagnostics and preventive treatments. They rely on a variety of instrumentation, materials and supplies to perform these tasks and to ensure patients receive the best care possible.
What Types of Dental Hygiene Instruments Are Available for My Practice?
The list includes
periodontal probes
;
hand instruments
;
dental hygiene handpieces
that are designed to provide smooth and comfortable polishing;
tongue deplaquing tools
;
air polishers and air prophylaxis machines
that use high-pressure air to propel special powders at a patient’s teeth;
prophy angles
;
prophy paste holders
;
ultrasonic scalers
that rapidly vibrate an inserted tip to effectively remove calculus, debris and stains; and
ultrasonic scaler inserts
that are used during ultrasonic scaling.
What Should I Consider When Selecting Dental Hygiene Instruments?
When selecting a dental air polisher, it is important to understand the types of powders that are compatible. It also is important to be properly trained, to have the proper safety and personal protection equipment, and to select patients who are good candidates for air polishing before beginning treatment. Choose a hygiene handpiece that’s comfortable for both the hygienist and the patient. Handpieces that are made of aluminum instead of stainless steel are lighter. Look for options with a non-slip grip to prevent slippage. Ultrasonic scalers come in a variety of tip sizes and styles, and can truly be a workhorse for your practice. Look for features such as integrated LED lighting to improve visibility of the working area.
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