What is the most commom type of dental handpiece?
In dental treatment, dental handpieces are one of the tools that doctors rely on the most. It is used for various fine operations, such as tooth cutting, grinding, cleaning, polishing and root canal treatment, etc.
Dental handpieces can be classified into the following common types:
Features: The rotational speed is extremely high, and when paired with the diamond burs, it is used for rapid cutting of hard tooth tissues (such as caries removal and crown preparation). It also has the function of spraying water and absorbing saliva. 2. Low-Speed Handpiece
Features: Low-speed rotation, used in conjunction with grinding heads and brushes, is suitable for gentle cleaning and polishing of teeth.
3. Air Turbine Handpiece
Features: Driven by compressed air to the turbine, it provides instantaneous high speed, suitable for rapid cutting, achieve efficient and high-speed treatment.
4. Electric Handpiece
Features: Driven by a motor, the rotational speed is stable and controllable (adjustable to 200,000 RPM), providing a more precise cutting experience. The noise is relatively low, enhancing the patient's comfort.
High-speed, low-speed, air turbine and electric handpieces are the four mainstream types of dental clinics at present. Doctors need to make a comprehensive choice based on clinical needs, budget and maintenance costs. With technological advancements, dental handpieces in the future will become more intelligent and user-friendly, providing patients and doctors with a more efficient and secure treatment experience.
