Oral Dental Vacuum System
To provide quality dental care, specific dental equipment is required to allow the various dental treatments to be carried out and provide comfort to both the patient and the professional during these procedures. In this article we are going to explain in a simple way the importance of one of the basic and essential elements of any clinic or dental practice: the suction system, made up of oral aspirators.
What is a dental vacuum?
As mentioned, the dental vacuum is a very important dental device in the dental office. It is inserted directly into the mouth to aspirate fluids such as water, saliva or blood generated during various dental procedures. Now, the health professional has a better view of the area during treatment and patient discomfort is avoided.
Dental aspirators are made up of a disposable cannula or ejector and a rubber tube or probe that require a suction motor for correct operation. The importance of this system pertains to the reduction of cross contamination between the patient and the dentist. Modern rotary instruments spray water underpressure to cool the treatment area, creating a cloud of water particles. Only with a suction system of adequate power, can the cloud of water particles be reduced, thus allowing a shorter working distance for the professional and a lower production of aerosols.
For these two reasons, a dental aspiration system has been an essential element in any dental practice ever since. In addition, it not only guarantees the safety and health of the patient and the professional, but it also provides greater ergonomics for both.
enrollWhy do dentists need to monitor particulate matter in dental offices?
Why do dentists need to monitor particulate matter in dental offices? According to the research performed by Bernard Polednik, a faculty of Environmental Engineering in the Lublin University of Technology in Poland, the dentist’s exposure to bioaerosols was significantly higher while performing dental procedures when compared to no dental procedures performed. The bioaerosol particle size varies in the range of spray particles (50 microns) down to fine particles (2.5microns) and even trace amounts of ultrafine particles (<0.1microns) and nanoparticles (1-100nanometer). Bioaerosols are regarded as exceptionally hazardous contaminants in dental offices because of their high infection transmission potential. The smaller the particle size, the longer it stays suspended in the air and most likely inhaled by dentists and patients. On the other hand, larger particle sizes are susceptible to deposition in indoor surfaces. These particles may contain bacteria, viruses, fungus, oral cavities, blood, dental plaque, gingival fluids, skin, water used in dental units, etc.
Why do dentists need to monitor the CO2 levels in dental offices?
In the research made by Helmis C.G et al., CO2 concentrations were high during working hours and only acceptable C02 levels for comfort conditions at a relatively small indoor area near the window openings. ASHRAE has recommended that CO2 concentrations shall be maintained below 800ppm to be considered suitable for human comfort.
Why do dentists need to monitor the VOC levels in dental offices?
In the research made by Helmis C.G et al., CO2 concentrations were high during working hours and only acceptable C02 levels for comfort conditions at a relatively small indoor area near the window openings. ASHRAE has recommended that CO2 concentrations shall be maintained below 800ppm to be considered suitable for human comfort.
Why do dentists need to monitor the VOC levels in dental offices? VOC are chemicals emitted by some solids and liquids. Many VOCs are from chemicals emitted from the newly painted rooms, walls, floorings, insulations, thinners, pharmaceutical items, cleaning agents, air fresheners, and everyday office supplies such as glues, adhesives, printers toner, and paper also emit VOCs. Some VOCs are harmful and may even cause short and long-term health problems if prolonged exposure. IAQ monitoring systems usually measure VOC in terms of TVOC (total volatile organic compounds). Generally, 0.3 to 0.5mg/cubic meter TVOC is acceptable. Other industries and government agencies set strict limits on TVOC levels.
What is a dental vacuum?
Dental aspirators are made up of a disposable cannula or ejector and a rubber tube or probe that require a suction motor for correct operation. The importance of this system pertains to the reduction of cross contamination between the patient and the dentist. Modern rotary instruments spray water underpressure to cool the treatment area, creating a cloud of water particles. Only with a suction system of adequate power, can the cloud of water particles be reduced, thus allowing a shorter working distance for the professional and a lower production of aerosols.
For these two reasons, a dental aspiration system has been an essential element in any dental practice ever since. In addition, it not only guarantees the safety and health of the patient and the professional, but it also provides greater ergonomics for both.
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