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Unsung and often hidden, dental equipment solutions play critical roles in the operations of every practice. Here are the top 10 new equipment launches of 2022.
A dental practice is powered by individuals, technology, and equipment. Without proper equipment, it would be impossible or at least very difficult to take care of patients in a timely, safe manner. That is why innovations in dental equipment are vital to the ecosystem of the industry, and why it is always important to highlight new technologies and advancements. 2022 was a great year for dental equipment, bringing about new loupes, cameras, sintering furnaces, and other advances to make the dental practice a more well-rounded, well-equipped space. Here are the top 10 dental equipment products of 2022.
Indicated for a variety of dental procedures, the Triton Traveler System can be used by a single clinician or with a dental assistant. The unit contains sound-dampening technology for a quiet work area and a boosted patient experience. Its case is said to be drop-test approved and can be rolled like a suitcase. It is ready to be used once plugged in. It features an internal vacuum pump and separate air compressor, 2 air handpiece connections, an air-water syringe, titanium saliva injector, high-volume evacuator, and a water bottle.
The DOVE AERO HVE single-use hybrid device is designed to significantly reduce risk of airborne aerosol movement caused by instrument use in a dental setting. DOVE AERO’s innovative design addresses these concerns without sacrificing patient comfort or altering dental practices by combining the power of high-volume ejector (HVE) suction with the safety of 1-way backflow protection, using a secured saliva ejector for patient comfort and easier access.
Midmark Corporation’s new options in the Synthesis collection of clinical-grade dental cabinetry provide more efficient storage. They include wall-hung configurations designed to improve reach and increase capacity while decreasing nonergonomic storage. It includes base storage cabinets, overhead cabinets, mobile treatment cabinets, and specialty cabinets.
Bien-Air’s Nova is designed to overcome the challenges of a traditional handpiece. The small head and slim handle enhance field of vision and guarantee easier access to the back of the mouth. Its stainless steel construction with physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating (4 times more resistant to shocks) and PVD-coated chuck (doubling the handpiece life) make it the lightest handpiece in the company’s range.
The M320 dental microscope features an integrated 4K camera as well as the Leica View App. The 4K images and videos can be transferred to a computer to be used for case documentation, presentations, and webinars.
The Infinity VUE Loupes are available in 3.0× and 3.5× magnification. Infinity VUE (Vision Up Ergonomics) is said to keep practitioners’ chins up, necks straight, and eyes forward while viewing the oral cavity. By changing the positioning of the internal prisms, these loupes allow you to see intraorally without having to bend your neck. The VUE Loupes weigh 3.2 oz.
The new ergo series loupes are said to be the only ergonomic loupes available, providing up to 10× magnification in an ultralight construction. Customized to each wearer through a multifactor process, the loupes are available in 6 levels of magnification: 3×, 4×, 5×, 6×, 7.5×, and 10×. The largest magnification, 10×, weighs just 52 g.
The Programat S2 offers shorter processing times, as well as new calibration options to enhance productivity. The unit can sinter at temperatures up to 1600 °C, offering the ability to process crowns fabricated with IPS e.max ZirCAD in as little as 75 minutes. The redesigned furnace features a color touch screen.
The Proxeo Twist and Proxeo Twist Cordless systems offer greater freedom of movement during prophylaxis or periodontitis treatment. Both units have unique Prophy Angle cups designed for an optimum polishing experience.
EyeCam is an intraoral camera that uses a fixed-focus lens along with LED lights to take intraoral scans of the mouth. It has a handpiece that can be plugged into the computer via USB cord and software that can then be installed. Intraoral images can be taken after the initial installation, and the scanner is said to be ergonomic and lightweight. EyeCam has a 40-mm depth of field at a 90° angle lens.