Dental hygiene care provides essential benefits to patients, improving their smiles and helping them live healthy, productive lives. It is estimated that American adults miss more than 243 million hours of productivity time because of oral health issues. Regular checkups and dental cleanings are a necessity, yet not all dental cleaning technologies are created equal. Surpassing all others in effectiveness and efficiency, Cavitron systems are the gold standard in ultrasonic scaling.
Cavitron systems help prevent and treat periodontal disease and maintain patients’ healthy, shiny teeth. They thoroughly and safely clean teeth and soft surfaces, such as removing calculus below the gum line and debriding exposed roots.
In this article, we will review the unique features and benefits of Cavitron systems, look at how they compare to other ultrasonic scaling devices, and cover a selection of essential Cavitron accessories.
Since the invention of the first standalone scaling system in 1957, Cavitron has continued to revolutionize how teeth and gums are cleaned and smiles kept healthy. Cavitron ultrasonic scaling systems use oscillating sound waves to gently vibrate, loosen, and remove dental plaque and tartar at frequencies of up to 30,000 cycles per second. At the same time, a steady stream of water cools the vibrating tip of the handpiece and flushes away debris.
Today’s ultrasonic scalers typically leverage either magnetorestrictive or piezoelectric technology. Cavitron systems use magnetorestrictive (magneto) technology to generate ultrasonic waves using electrical energy to vibrate metal, while Piezoelectric (piezo) systems use electrical energy to vibrate crystals. These crystals produce less heat than metal and require less water for cooling. Cavitron’s magneto technology, on the other hand, is more powerful and effective at removing substantial buildup.
Where Cavitron pulls lengths ahead of piezo is in the system’s efficiency. The tips move in a circular or elliptical motion, and all surfaces of the tip are actively working to clean. With piezo devices, the tip has a back-and-forth linear movement, and only the lateral surfaces are active. Cavitron speeds up progress for practitioners and reduces chair time for patients by cleanly breaking off pieces of calculus from tooth surfaces rather than painstakingly disintegrating calculus as the piezo does. Plus, Cavitron tips are designed to make cleaning hard-to-reach areas between teeth and below the gumline simpler and more efficient.
The following is an assortment of essential items for Cavitron systems.
Cavitron inserts come in a wide variety of options, according to the clinician’s preference and the Cavitron system on hand. These include straight resin inserts that provide a slim hand-hold, larger FitGrip inserts that prevent slippage, metal inserts that improve stability, as well as Cavitron tip options that curve right or left to better reach deep periodontal pockets at the back of the mouth. Suitable for 25K (kHz) or 30K systems, Cavitron inserts effectively remove dental plaque and tartar. They feature probe-like tips that easily access subgingival areas during scaling.
Cavitron handpiece grips are designed for optimal comfort and mobility during procedures, with their unique swiveling action that reduces cable drag. Fully autoclavable, they prevent cross-contamination and the spread of infection. Their lightweight cable and ergonomic grip design reduce hand and wrist fatigue while ensuring a secure grasp. For added convenience, these Cavitron handpiece grips come in single packs and triple packs.
Replacement swivel handpiece cables feature water-flow control to keep Cavitron systems running smoothly. Additionally, O-ring replacement kits for air-polishing nozzles include 12 O-rings, an installation tool, and handy instructions.
Cavitron systems increase the efficiency and efficacy of both the cleaning procedure and the practitioner conducting the cleaning. They are comfortable in the hand, optimize dental cleaning, and reduce patient chair time while making teeth shine their brightest.