09 - DISPOSABLE TIP OPERATION
The disposable fiber tip is relatively flexible, but can be broken if bent at an angle that is too
sharp. Use the provided Bending Tool to bend the tip to the desired angle. Do not bend the tip
any more than the Bending Tool allows.
Protein debris from gingival tissue accumulates on the fiber tip during surgery, and the extreme
heat that develops will deteriorate the optical efficiency. Fibers can fracture if a blackened area
greater than 3–4 mm develops.
Replace the disposable, single-use fiber optic tip as necessary and for each new patient. The tips
are provided in a sealed package. Each tip contains a pre-cleaved, pre-stripped piece of fiber.
They are designed for single-use only and must be discarded after use.
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