System Precautions - DENTSPLY Cavitron Prophy-Jet Directions For Use Manual

SECTION 4: Precautions

4.1 System Precautions

• If you put an ultrasonic insert into the
JET-Mate handpiece, the system will not work.
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• Cavitron Prophy Powders are specially formulated for
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use in Cavitron Air Polishing Systems. Do not use any
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other materials in the air polishing powder reservoir.
Use of other materials may damage the system and void
the warranty.
• Do not modify powder with additives. Additives may clog
your air polishing system.
• Close manual shut-off valve on the dental office water
supply every night before leaving the office.
• Do not place the system on or next to a radiator or
other heat source. Excessive heat may damage the
system's electronics. Place the system where air is free
to circulate on all sides and beneath it.
• The system is portable, but must be handled with care
when moving.
• Equipment flushing and dental water supply system
maintenance are strongly recommended. See Section
10: System Care.
4.2 Procedural Precautions
General
• As with all dental procedures, use universal precautions
(i.e., wear face mask, eyewear, or face shield, gloves and
protective gown).
Air Polishing
• Patients should wear safety glasses or eye protection
during air polishing treatment.
• Patients wearing contact lenses should remove them
prior to air polishing treatment.
• Patients who have severe respiratory illness should
consult their physician before undergoing air polishing
prophylaxis procedures.
• Avoid use on cementum or dentin.
• Direct contact of prophy powder with surfaces and
marginal areas of dental restorations should be avoided.
• Set the air polishing powder flow control to the maximum
(H) position only when it is necessary to remove
particularly difficult stains. Return the powder flow
control to the medium position upon the completion of
the procedure.
• JET Air Polishing Insert nozzles that have been bent,
damaged or re-shaped, are susceptible to in-use
breakage and should be discarded and replaced
immediately.
SECTION 5:
Adverse Reactions
• Tissue emphysema may occur if the air/water/powder
stream was directed at the soft tissue or into the sulcus.
• Allergic reactions to components of Cavitron Brand
Prophy Powders have been known to occur. If an allergic
reaction occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
SECTION 6:
Infection Control
6.1 General Infection Control
• For operator and patient safety, carefully practice the
infection control procedures detailed in the Infection
Control Information Booklet accompanying your
System. Additional booklets can be obtained by calling
Customer Service at 1-800-989-8826, Monday through
Friday, 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Eastern Time). For
areas outside the U.S., contact your local DENTSPLY
Professional representative.
• As with high speed handpieces and other dental devices,
the combination of water and air polishing powder from
the Cavitron Prophy-Jet
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System will create aerosols. Following the procedural
guidelines in Section 9 of this manual can effectively
control and minimize aerosol dispersion.
6.2 Water Supply Recommendations
• It is highly recommended that all dental water supply
systems conform to applicable CDC (Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention) and ADA
(American Dental Association) standards, and that all
recommendations be followed in terms of flushing,
chemical flushing, and general infection control
procedures. See Sections 7.1 and 10.
• As a medical device, this product must be installed
in accordance with applicable local, regional, and
national regulations, including guidelines for water quality
(e.g. drinking water). As an open water system, such
regulation may require this device to be connected to
a centralized water control device. The Cavitron
DualSelect Dispensing System may be installed to allow
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this unit to operate as a closed water system.
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Air Polishing Prophylaxis
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