Modern Tools in Dentistry Modern Tools That Make Dentistry Easier (and Cleaner) Dentistry has moved on a lot over the past ten or so years. Patients now want faster appointments, less mess and a better idea of what’s happening in their mouth. They don’t just want to sit back and hope for the best. For a dental practise, that means having tools that make the work cleaner, safer and easier to explain. Two bits of kit that often get ignored (but really shouldn’t) are the dental dam and the intraoral scanner . And if you do any root canal work at all, a third tool deserves a place on the list — the apex locator . They aren’t flashy new toys. They’re the type of practical tools that quietly make every day less stressful. The Dental Dam – tiny sheet, big impact A dental dam is just a thin sheet of latex or non-latex material that sits over the mouth and leaves only the tooth or teeth you’re treating visible. Sounds simple, but honestly it c...
When it comes to essential dental tools, the dental handpiece stands out as one of the most frequently used instruments in every dental practice. From cavity preparation to polishing and finishing, dental handpieces play a crucial role in ensuring precision, efficiency, and patient comfort. 🔹 What is a Dental Handpiece ? A dental handpiece is a mechanical rotary device used by dentists to perform various dental procedures such as cutting, polishing, and removing decay. It’s the workhorse of the clinic, relied upon for both general and specialised treatments. 🔸 Types of Dental Handpieces Understanding the different types of handpieces helps dental professionals choose the right tool for each procedure: High-Speed Dental Handpiece Used primarily for cutting tooth structure and removing old fillings, this type offers speeds up to 400,000 RPM. It's ideal for crown preparation and restorative procedures. Low-Speed Dental Handpiece Operating at much lower speeds (usu...