Turbo Mode; Boost Mode; Patient Positioning; Performing Ultrasonic - Dentsply Sirona Cavitron Plus Directions For Use Manual

warm, increase the flow rate. With experience the Dental
Healthcare Professional will be able to determine the
best flow rate setting for optimum operating efficiency
and patient comfort.

9 2 Turbo mode

Pressing the "Turbo" button on the scaling unit increases
the unit's ultrasonic power up to 25%. When you need more
power for an extended period of time, simply press the Turbo
button on the display panel (arrows will illuminate to show you
are in "Turbo" mode).
DENTSPLY recommends that the clinician familiarize
themselves with the available power levels throughout the
power knob rotation in both normal and turbo modes. To do
this, simply hold your favorite insert over the sink and adjust
the power knob while observing the inserts spray pattern and
toggling between both normal and turbo modes.

9 3 Boost mode

Boost provides a temporary increase in ultrasonic scaling
power for quick removal of tenacious calculus without
touching the unit. Boost is activated by fully depressing the
Tap-On Foot Pedal to second position (all the way to the
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floor). When boost is activated, the boost icon will illuminate
on the display panel. Boost remains on as long as the
clinician has the foot pedal pressed all the way down. In
order to deactivate boost, release the Tap-On
first position.

9 4 Patient Positioning

For optimal access to both the upper and lower arches, the
backrest of the chair should be adjusted as for other dental
procedures. This assures patient comfort and clinician
visibility.
Have the patient turn his/her head to the right or left. Also
position chin up or down depending upon the quadrant and
surface being treated. Evacuate irrigant using either a saliva
ejector or High Volume Evacuator (HVE).

9 5 Performing Ultrasonic

Scaling Procedures

Note: Refer to the Infection Control Information
booklet supplied with your system and Section 10 of
this manual for general procedures to be followed at
the beginning of each day and between patients.
• Follow precautions listed in the General and Ultrasonic
sections of 4.2 Procedural Precautions
• The edges of Cavitron Ultrasonic Inserts are intentionally
rounded so there is minimal danger of tissue laceration
with proper ultrasonic scaling technique. Whenever the
insert tip is placed in the patient's mouth, the lips,
cheek and tongue should be retracted to prevent
accidental (prolonged) contact with the activated tip.
• Turn Power Level Control to select ultrasonic power level
for operation. Clockwise increases system power.
Power level will increase throughout the full range of the
control. Hold the handpiece over a sink or drain. While
in Tap-On
to activate the system. (If Tap-On
press and hold the Tap-On
the system.) Check water spray to verify fluid is reaching
the working end of the insert tip. Adjust the water lavage
control until the water (lavage) flows with a rapid drip or
small spray. Higher water flow settings provide cooler
irrigation.
• It may be necessary to adjust lavage with the system
in "Boost" mode (Tap-On
so adequate fluid will be available to cool tip to tooth
interface.
• In general, it is suggested that a "feather-light-touch" be
used for ultrasonic scaling. The motion of the activated
tip and acoustic effects of the irrigating fluid, in most
cases, are adequate to remove even the most tenacious
calculus.
• Periodically check the Cavitron Ultrasonic Insert for wear
with the Cavitron Insert Efficiency Indicator.
• The use of a saliva ejector or High Volume Evacuator
(HVE) is recommended during all procedures.
Foot Pedal to
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• Set the system's Power Level Control to the lowest
efficient power setting for the application and the
selected insert
• Keep the foot pedal near your foot to make it convenient
to access.

9 6 Patient Comfort Considerations

Reasons for sensitivity
• Incorrect tip placement. The point should never be
directed toward tooth root surfaces.
• Not keeping tip in motion on tooth. Do not allow the
insert to remain in a static position on any one area of
the tooth. Change the insert's path of motion.
• Applying excessive pressure. Use a very light grasp
and pressure, with a soft tissue fulcrum whenever
possible, especially on exposed cementum.
• If sensitivity persists, decrease power setting and/or
move from the sensitive tooth to another and then return.
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