What are cavitron inserts?
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What are cavitron inserts?
Cavitron® Powerline® Ultrasonic Inserts. Thicker inserts with larger tips, specifically designed for efficient removal of heavier deposits. The Cavitron® family of inserts offers a broad selection of ultrasonic scaling inserts to fit the needs of every practice—and patient. Because one insert can’t do it all!
What is Dentsply Cavitron?
Cavitron Jet-Mate Jet-Mate Handpiece is detachable and autoclavable to reduce cross contamination and enhance infection control. The handpiece cable with swivel allows 300° rotation designed to provide ergonomic benefits by reducing cable drag and provides assurance against cross-contamination.
How long do cavitron inserts last?
Inserts will last approximately 8-15 months depending on the type of tip and hours used. Periodically check Inserts for wear with the Cavitron™ Insert Efficiency Indicator. Are your Cavitron™ inserts worn? for SRP procedures.
Can you use ultrasonic on implant?
Ultrasonics should not be used on implants, since the metal tips can scratch the softer titanium. However, there are plastic sleeve covers that can be placed on the tips to reduce the possibility of scratching. In addition, there are specifically designed plastic scaler tips that may be purchased.
Can you use metal scalers on implants?
Implant Care and Scaling In the rare instance of calculus formation around an implant, scaling is indicated. Some advocate plastic scalers, however, careful scaling with sharp metal instruments is more effective – and if done carefully will not harm the implant.
When should you replace your Cavitron inserts?
Inserts will last approximately 8-15 months depending on the type of tip and hours used. Periodically check Inserts for wear with the Cavitron™ Insert Efficiency Indicator.
How much is a new cavitron?
Product Overview
| SKU | Qty | Price |
|---|---|---|
| SKU: DSP-8161420 Item not returnable. “Returns Policies” | Qty: 1 | Price: $3274.99 |
| SKU: DSP-8184001 Item not returnable. “Returns Policies” | Qty: 1 | Price: $3131.00 $3478.89 |
| SKU: DSP-81872 Item not returnable. “Returns Policies” | Qty: 1 | Price: $563.35 $625.94 |
Can you use a cavitron with a pacemaker?
Magnetostrictive (Cavitron®) instruments may affect unipolar pacemakers, thus contraindicating their use. If the use of a magnetostrictive ultrasonic is prohibited, a sonic or piezoelectric instrument may be used as an adjunct to hand debridement.
Can you scale an implant?
Can you use metal instruments on implants?
Because plastic curets are not effective in debriding rough-surface implants, metal hand or ultrasonic instrumentation should be used (Figure 1). Furthermore, plastic coated UITs may shred as they touch sharp fixture threads, leaving shards of plastic in the pocket.
What type of implant scaler is used for implants?
Piezoelectric scalers with non-metal tips are suitable for use in dental implant maintenance.
Can you use ultrasonic around implants?
How often should cavitron tips be replaced?
Generally, it is time to reorder when the insert/tip is operating at 25% efficiency (ie, loss of 1 mm of active tip). At 50% efficiency (ie, loss of 2 mm of the active tip) the insert/tip should be replaced.
How much is a Dentsply Cavitron?
How much is a dental cavitron?
Some common price ranges for products of this type may include: Tips or inserts for under $100. Basic scaler models for under $500. Advanced scalers or full kits for over $1,000.
