3-B: Precautions for Ultrasonic Prophylaxis Procedures
Scaler tips (piezo tips) will wear with use. Tips with 2mm of wear will lose
approximately 50% of their scaling efficiency. In general, it is recommended that tips
be discarded and replaced every 4-6 months to maintain optimal efficiency and avoid
breakage.
Avoid direct contact of tips with the patient’s lips, cheeks and tongue.
Do not reuse scaling tips (piezo tips) that are damaged, bent, or reshaped. Discard
immediately.
Use the long axis of the scaler tip (piezo tip) to wipe accretions from the tooth. Do not
gouge the tooth with the tip.
3-C: Precautions for Hand piece
WARNING: Do NOT reinsert the hand piece into the cable until the contacts have fully
dried. Wet sockets or plugs will result in an electrical short and non-warranty damage!
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