Quick Tip Tuesday #18: Handpieces
Proper handpiece maintenance isn't as difficult as people might think. Today's quick tip takes a look at a customer with an oily handpiece. For more handpiece help, take a look...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #9: Handpieces
Handpiece repair is something you can do yourself. Not only will it reduce downtime but it can save you money. Knowing a little bit about your equipment and your handpiece...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #48: Handpieces
This is a great example of how we can help dentists with technical support. Before you start taking your dental equipment apart and trying to fix it without instructions, ask...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #93: Handpieces
A bad light bulb is typically an easy fix and can be done on your own. However, if you notice that the bulb works in another piece of equipment, the...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #68: Handpieces
Typically, we stick to the products and brands we have become accustomed to, even though there might be a new or different option available that will suit you even better....
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Quick Tip Tuesday #71: Handpieces & Turbines
Welcome to another episode of Quick Tips. This week we are helping this customer with their handpiece. She is experiencing a pressure issue when it comes to using her high-speed...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #55: Handpieces
Today's technical dental tip is about your high-speed handpiece. Sometimes a little thing like an o-ring or a setting on your dental unit is all you need to correct an...
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Quick Tip Tuesday #32: Handpieces
Have you ever had a problem with your dental handpiece you couldn't figure out how to fix? We can help you with that. Our customer was concerned and asked us:...
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FDA Issues Notice of Danger of Patient Burns from Electric Handpieces.
The FDA specifically mentions “poorly maintained” handpieces as being a contributor to overheating. The nature of electric handpieces is such that burns can occur during use if the components are...
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Practice Tips #72: Motors, Attachments, and Handpieces Oh My! (Part 2: Attachments)
Part 2: Attachments for Slow-speed Handpieces There are 2 basic types of handpiece attachments used with slow-speed motors: nosecones and contra angles. Nosecone Handpiece Attachments For polishing teeth and restoration, you...
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Practice Tips #71: Motors, Attachments, & Handpieces Oh My! (Part 1: Motors)
Episode 1: Handpiece Motors There are a significant number of handpiece brands on the market and various terms are thrown out to refer to different slow-speed handpieces and components available, such as...
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Practice Tips #91: Failed Turbines
A malfunctioning handpiece can be due to several factors. After diagnosis, failed handpiece turbines are often the culprit. There are several reasons why a turbine may fail. Common Causes of Failed Dental...
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Practice Tips #90: Stuck Chuck? You're in Luck!
Do you have a stuck chuck? You're in luck! Wrench (or “standard”) chuck handpieces have their perks and benefit your dental practice. They have a lower cost and are more...
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Practice Tips #62: Star 430 Push Button Turbine Installation Video
Watch our installation video on how to install your Star 430 push button turbine on your handpiece in minutes! This video shows you just how easy it can be. Handpiece...
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Practice Tips #95: Glossary of Equipment Terms
Dental Equipment Glossary Our goal at American Dental has always been to empower you and your staff. We do this by sharing tips and tricks for easy equipment repair. The...
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Practice Tips #131: Glossary of Delivery Unit Terms
Keep your junction box and delivery unit up and running with the help of these repair parts. This will help you diagnose the parts to check and possibly replace if...
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Practice Tip #110: Top 10 Tips! (Part 1)
Practice Tips has been hitting thousands of e-mail inboxes since July of 2008 - here are the first half of our Top 10! These are not only the tips that...
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Practice Tips #115: The Midwest Tradition: A Tale of Two Turbines
The Midwest Tradition: A Tale of Two Turbines Once upon a time, there was a handpiece and turbine company named Midwest, now owned by Dentsply Sirona. As dentists started to...
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Practice Tips #135: 5 Dental Maintenance Jobs to Avoid Downtime
Summer is the perfect time to service your dental equipment. Here are 5 maintenance jobs — sterilizers, waterlines, handpieces, and more — to prevent fall downtime.
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Practice Tips #73: Dental Unit Air Pressure (Part 2)
In previous Practice Tips #3 we discuss the basics of dental units and the required operating unit pressure (80 psi air, 40 psi water). After a few technical calls from dentists,...
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Practice Tips #66: Can't Hold a Bur?
A dentist's handpiece is one of the ultimate tools in his dental office. Making sure it runs smoothly is very important. The primary function of a handpiece is to provide...
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Practice Tips #108: The Magic of the Holder Valve
Discover the magic of the holder valve. Proper air pressure and the many functions of your delivery system rely on accurate pressure to operate. We talked about this in previous...
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Practice Tips #51: Cross-Over (Part 2)
Last month in Practice Tips we discussed a few possible sources of cross-over and how to determine if you actually have cross-over. We finished up by looking at master valves....
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Dental Instrument Repair: The Complete Guide To Troubleshooting, Maintenance, and Parts
Dental instrument downtime doesn't just cost money -it costs chair time, rescheduled patients, and staff frustration. Most guides on "dental instrument repair" only talk about handpieces, leaving practices guessing about...
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