Why are my cavitron tips bending?

Improper Sterilization and Maintenance If your office uses sterilization pouches instead, always use caution when placing the insert in the ultrasonic bath or autoclave as heavier instruments placed on top can cause bending/breakage of the tip and/or stack.

How long do cavitron tips 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 cavitron tips be repaired?

When your Dentsply Cavitron is in need of a repair, you may find that your local dental equipment service provider will not be able to fix it. The result often ends with sending it away to Dentsply Cavitron for repair, utilizing their Cavitron Care service.

Can cavitron tips go in the ultrasonic?

@Michele Sale (Customer)​ Ultrasonic is bad for the tips. It messes up the bands which allows them to work. So carefully hand clean and sterilize per the manufacturer. it’s bad to put ultrasonic tips into the ultrasonic for few seconds(20 second), just do not forget to removed them because it’s bad to soak them.

Why is my cavitron getting hot?

Lack of water flow is the most common cause of inserts and hand piece becoming hot during use.

Can you put ultrasonic tips in ultrasonic cleaner?

Can I put ultrasonic inserts in an ultrasonic cleaner? Yes, ultrasonic inserts may be cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaning unit with a mild ultrasonic solution. The mild ultrasonic solution will not harm the insert nor will the cavitation produced by the ultrasonic cleaning unit.

Can ultrasonic scaler damage teeth?

Conclusions: The results of this study suggest that ultrasonic scaling can cause further damage to teeth with enamel cracks, early caries and resin restorations. Therefore, accurate identification of tooth conditions and calculus before the initiation of ultrasonic scaling is necessary to minimize damage.

How often do ultrasonic scaler tips need to 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 often do the ultrasonic scaler tip stacks need to be replaced?

If you want to preserve your ultrasonic scaler investment, make sure to follow these important tips from Hayes. Hayes has over 30 years of experience maintaining, repairing and selling ultrasonic units and inserts. Replace O-rings on stacks quarterly.

What is the difference between 25K and 30K ultrasonic inserts?

A 25K insert is designed to vibrate at 25,000 cycles per second while a 30K insert is designed to vibrate at 30,000 cycles per second–regardless of the power level setting on the generator.

What are the four types of ultrasonic scaler tips?

Most of the scaling power is available at the tip, which is cooled with a jet of water. There are three basic types – magnetostrictive, piezo-electric and Odontoson™.

Can ultrasonic scaling damage gums?

There has been a rise in recent years of ultrasonic scalers available through a simple click of a button, but users should be wary that improper use of these tools can potentially lead to gum damage, gum recession, and infection.

Why does ultrasonic teeth cleaning hurt?

Patients may experience discomfort due to the mechanical procedure and/or the presence of dentinal hypersensitivity. This sensitivity may be caused by dentin exposure due to recession,2 exposure of the root surfaces due to previous scaling and root planing,3 enamel or dentin erosion, or enamel/dentin abnormalities.

Can you sharpen ultrasonic scaler tips?

After 2 mm is worn, 50% of the tip’s efficacy is lost. While ultrasonic tips cannot be sharpened they do need to be replaced when worn. Either way, you slice it (no pun intended), dental hygienists need to maintain sharp instruments.

When should I replace my dental scalers?

The current recommendation for when to replace a scaler is when 20% of the instrument blade width or length is reduced or no longer the original design.

How do you sterilize scaler tips?

After removal from the unit, the inserts or tips should be rinsed with water and dried before they are packed and sterilized in a steam autoclave or gas sterilizer.

How often should dental scalers be replaced?

Expected instrument lifespan: The average life of an immunity steel scaler or curette is six to 12 months vs. the average life of an instrument made of emerging metal technology, which should last an average of 15 to 18 months. There are many variables that may affect the lifespan of instruments.

What is the difference between piezo and cavitron?

Both piezo and magnetostrictive (eg. Cavitron) can be effective if used correctly. The Cavitron has more active surfaces and so is somewhat less technique sensitive when it comes to calculus removal. BUT it is more technique sensitive when it comes to minimizing root damage.

Can you scrape the enamel off your teeth?

Tooth abrasion occurs when something hard rubs against your teeth and scratches the enamel. Brushing with a hard-bristled toothbrush, poking around your teeth with a toothpick and scraping teeth with dentures or retainers are some of the more common ways that tooth abrasion occurs.