Dental handpieces and related equipment can be divided into a number of categories, and even within those categories, there are multiple ways components can be organized. The basic breakdowns for individual handpiece components include complete systems with their own parts or as part-only items that need to have an existing system associated in order to work on the patient’s teeth. These are the following:
High Speed (Air Turbine) Handpiece
Dental high-speed handpieces can vary by design shape and construction material but will all run at 250,000 to 400,000 RPMs. Features such as attachment type, head size, light source (fiber optic lights), handpiece weight, and motor noise further distinguish high-speed variations of dental tools. High-speed dental handpieces are indispensable for tasks such as tooth preparation and decay removal, showcasing their precision and efficiency in modern dentistry.
Low Speed (Air Turbine) Handpiece
A Low (Slow) Speed Handpiece is a handheld motor, usually air-driven or electric that spins the dental bur and prophy cup at 50,000 RPM. They are used for removing caries as well as refining cavity preparations in endodontic procedures such as root canal treatments. The low-speed handpiece’s features vary between manufacturers such as dental bur attachment, air/water nozzles, construction material, and angle design. Handpiece.
Electric Handpieces
Electric dental handpiece systems are powerful contra-angle tools that save time and increase accuracy. The motorized torque of electric motors reduces the need for air-driven precision and can be of great help to dentists when working in tight spaces or difficult angles. Electric handpieces also come in a variety of different styles to provide flexibility while saving money on additional equipment purchases.
Surgical Handpieces
In order to keep your oral surgeries safe, you need to use a surgical air-driven handpiece. These surgical handpieces are designed with grated vents which prevent air from spraying into your oral cavity while you’re in surgery—this is crucial as it could cause complications quickly. Surgical handpieces dental tools are engineered for precision and reliability, ensuring that delicate procedures such as implant placements and extractions are performed efficiently and safely.
Endodontic Handpieces
Endodontic handpieces are specialized dental instruments designed to clean and shape canals during root canal treatments. These tools have the ability to drive endodontic files with precision, preventing file breakage or binding in most cases. Whether reciprocating or rotating, these handpieces work with your preferred file system and other operatory equipment for precision.
Implant Handpieces
The implant handpieces have been specially designed for oral and maxillofacial surgery. The high-quality stainless steel with a special coating makes them particularly robust.
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