Patient Benefits

Why Ultrasonics?

The evidence is clear. Today’s clinician knows how ultrasonic scaling advances patient care.

Since the landmark Drisko review article of 1993, non-surgical periodontal therapy has advanced beyond basic calculus removal. Ultrasonic therapy in periodontics now focuses on the etiology of periodontal disease by disruption of bacterial biofilms and stimulation of the host immune response1.

In the American Association of Periodontology position paper on ultrasonic scalers (2000), the following statements were made2:

  • In general, the evidence suggests that the disruption and removal of subgingival biofilms (plaque) can be accomplished with powerdriven scalers at a level comparable to manual scalers.
  • The lavage effect produced by the water coolant used with power-driven scalers provides a constant flushing activity during instrumentation that appears to have some therapeutic effects3.
  • Ultrasonics are clearly superior in the treatment of Class II and Class III furcations when used by experienced dental professionals. Based on these observations and published studies, sonics and ultrasonics may be the instrument of choice for scaling and root planning furcations.

The bottom line: an ultrasonic scaler is one of the single most important instruments you have for improving the periodontal hygiene and health of your patients.

Clinical Benefits

Increased efficiency means reduced stress.

As a dental health care professional, you’re concerned for your patients’ health and comfort. Providing them the best care is foremost on your mind. The Cavitron Plus and Jet Plus systems provide a high level of clinical efficacy. Our dynamic auto-tune technology allows you to switch inserts as often and efficiently as you do your hand instruments. The handpiece attachment enables unsurpassed oral access and tooth adaptability enabling you to effectively utilize curved inserts for superior debridement in deep pockets and furcations.

As a clinician you’re also concerned with repetitive motion disorders, and how they can impact your career. Hand scaling is typical of the type of repetitive motion that experts agree may lead to painful carpal-tunnel syndrome. Our ultrasonic units replace the stress of hand scaling with a low-amplitude high-frequency energy that’s capable of powering off even the most tenacious calculus with a “feather touch.”

Practice Benefits

Dedicated to Improving Your Practice.

Happy patients are what build a strong practice. Cavitron systems reflect your professional commitment to providing the best dental care and building a first class dental team.

The Cavitron Plus and Jet Plus systems offer several advanced features to improve the ergonomics for the clinician. Good ergonomics in a dental practice are critical to ensuring a healthy team and bottom line. The new ergonomically-contoured 360° foot control as well as the swivel cable attachment on the handpiece reduce the potential for work induced injuries.

Unique time-saving features help keep your office working efficiently. The 30kHz is a proven operating frequency for preventive care ultrasonic scalers. The autoclavable Steri-Mate handpiece and purge mode expedite patient set-ups while offering a high level of water quality and protection from cross-contamination.

References:

1. Drisko, C. L.; Scaling and root planing without overinstrumentation: hand versus power-driven scalers. Curr Opin Periodontol. 1993;:78-88. Review.
2. Position paper: sonic and ultrasonic scalers in periodontics. Research, Science and Therapy Committee of the American Academy of Periodontology.J Periodontol. 2000 Nov;71(11):1792-801.Review
3. For clean and sterile water recommendations consult: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Guidelines for Infection Control in Dental Health-Care Settings - 2003. MMWR 2003;52(No. RR-17):[28:34].