Tired of spending hours and hours deciding which dental instruments to get? We have the solution!
We have compiled the most frequently asked questions from students about this arduous process. But we don't stop there, we also show you a selection of the most purchased dental instruments by students!. Let's get started!
Frequently asked questions by dental students:
Can I get a discount when I buy my rotary instruments?
Rotary instruments can be expensive, so Dentaltix recommends that you get together as a group to place your order to avoid paying various shipping costs. In addition, the greater the number of instruments and devices to be purchased, the greater the discount. Also, for the start of the new school year, we have giveaways on our rotary instrument kits!Check them out!
Which are the most popular brands of dental drills used by students?
In recent years, the burr brand Komet has been one of the most requested by universities. However, there are other high quality brands such as MDT, Medicaline and Intensiv. Do you find the large number of burrs, shapes, granulations, sizes confusing? Don't worry! In this Blog post we tell you all about it: Guide to distinguish all types of dental burs
How do I know if the clamps are winged or wingless?
If the clamps have a good image, you can immediately distinguish if it has wings or not, but if not, here are some tips!
- Manufacturers usually describe their products as "Winged" or "Wingless".
- The wings of the clamps are used to position them in conjunction with the rubber dam in the patient's mouth (one step). In the case of wingless clamps, first the clamp is placed on the tooth and then the rubber dam (two steps).
How do I know which spacer, gate burs or gutta-percha tips I need?
Breathe! Your teachers will tell you what measurements or special characteristics this type of material should have.
To buy a dental spacer you need to know whether it should be digital or manual and what exact size is required. At Dentaltix, we have a wide range of dental spacers. Take a look!
In the case of Gates cutters, also known as Gates Glidden reamers, you need to know the length and diameter you require, they are usually sold in packs of 6 cutters of assorted sizes or a pack of 6 matching cutters. Find your Gates burrs!
And finally, in the case of Gutta-percha tips you should know that these are used to fill root canals and there are different sizes available. As a general rule, the diameter of the gutta-percha cone you choose is the same as the diameter of the last endodontic file you used and you can fill the canal with accessory gutta-percha tips. Also, conicity and radiopacity should be taken into account when choosing your tips. Your teachers will undoubtedly specify in detail what you will need.
IMPORTANT: Many dental materials are available in different sizes or particular measurements. In order for all manufacturers to standardise these measurements, an ISO standard that follows a colour code is very often used. Don't forget that if you have any questions, we can always help you, please write to hello@dentaltix.com and we will be happy to answer you.
Which articulator is ideal? What are the most common differences between the different packs?
Most of the time your university professors will give you 2 or 3 brands and models of dental articulator to choose from. However, at Dentaltix we understand that this choice is not an easy one, because you have not yet become an expert, but you will become one - take heart!
You should know that the articulator is a tool that will allow you to recreate the patient's jaw movements. It's like having a 24-hour copy of the patient available to you, but without actually having it. There are non-adjustable, semi-adjustable and fully adjustable articulators. The one that is usually required for dental practices is the semi-adjustable one, with which you can individualise some parameters. Not all, but the most important ones.
There is also another way of classifying them which is chest and non-chest. There are some clinical situations that require a non-arch type articulator, such as rehabilitation with bilateral balanced occlusion. However, it is normal to choose an arch-type articulator, which allows a more precise adjustment of the trajectory of the condyle. Many articulators also include the facebow and facebow boxes. The latter is also a point you may want to consider.
In short, the ideal articulator for the dental student is the semi-adjustable chest articulator with facebow and carrying case. It will not only accompany you during your studies, but also throughout your professional life. It is worth it to buy a good quality articulator.
Is the standard facebow enough or is it preferable to invest more in the elite facebow?
First of all, we must know that the facebow is an instrument used to record the relationship of the upper arch with one or more of the patients anatomical reference points in order to subsequently transfer this relationship to the articulator.
In the Archimedes Protusal Arch (A7 Plus E) articulator by Mestra By Bio-art you can choose if you want your arch Standard or Elite.
Both the Standard and Elite bows are anatomically shaped and have butterflies for manual tightening without the use of a spanner. In the case of the Standard arch, the complete facebow must be fixed to the articulator to transfer the setting, whereas the Elite facebow has a more advanced articulation and fixation system that makes it unnecessary to fix the complete facebow to the articulator. Another advantage of the Elite bow is that its Nasion is height adjustable and, in conjunction with the infraorbital indicator, makes registration even more accurate.
A Standard facebow is sufficient for what you need at university, but an Elite facebow will certainly make your job easier.
How do the warranties work?
Depends on the manufacturer. This can be for 1 or 2 years, although rotary instrument kits usually lifetime warranties
What are the differences between rotary instruments with and without light, and what are the differences between the different connections?
Some instruments have a light to provide greater visibility of the parts you are working on, the light can be generated in two ways:
- Through an optical fibre installed in the equipment and in the instruments themselves, to which you connect the instruments .
- Self-generated LED light by means of a very small dynamo inside the instruments. This second way is your best alternative if you want a rotary instrument with light, because you don't need the hose to which you connect the rotary to have a fibre optic.
Please note that light is an extra that enhances your instruments, it is not a must-have feature.
About the connections, we explain them in more detail in our blog article "Dental turbine connections". In summary, the most commonly used connections are Midwest and Borden, with the Midwest system being more common in Europe.
-Midwest 4 tracks: each track corresponds to: Produced air, Reflux air, Water (spray) and Air (spray).
-Midwest 2 tracks: each track corresponds to: Produced air and Air (spray).
How long does it take to receive the order?
Delivery times to the Iberian Peninsula for most products is 7 to 8 working days. However, it depends on the shipping option you choose as well as the brand of the products. There are two shipping options:
- Standard shipment: all products are grouped together for a single shipment
- Quick shipment: you will receive the products separately as they leave the warehouse.
Also, it is important to know that the order is prepared for shipment once the payment has been processed.
If you still need more information, do not hesitate to consult our shipments section. Here we tell you all about the delivery dates of our orders.
Most purchased dental instruments by students on Dentaltix
First Exploration Kit
Features of the Dental Scanning Kit:
- Products sterilisable in autoclave.
- Made of stainless steel.
- They have a high resistance to wear.
First Exploration Set contents:
- 1 Mirror and mirror handle.
- 1 Scanning forceps.
- 1 double explorer.
Archimedes Pro Arcon (A7 Plus): Dental Articulator with Arch and Case
Features of the Archimedes Pro Articulator:
- The lower part is designed to work at a 45° angle.
- Condyle guide movement stabilisation system with silicone connection.
- Possibility to calibrate several articulators identically (optional calibrator).
- Spare parts for the articulator can be supplied.
- Pine for support of the upper branch in open position.
- Regulation of condylar guidance.
- Fixed intercondylar distance (110 mm).
- Adjustable Bennet angle.
- Material: Aluminium.
- Content: Articulator Archimedes Pro + Case.
- Available with standard bow, elite bow and no bow.
Kit 4Matic: Rotary Instrumentation Students
Features of the 4Matic Kit:
- Ultimate LED turbine with LED light for improved visibility and faster, more accurate treatments.
- Features a triple spray that ensures optimal cooling at all times
- It has ceramic bearings that improve mobility, wear less and produce less noise.
- Burr change by a Push Button system, the safest and quickest way to change burrs with a single touch of a button
- Sterilisable in autoclave
- The Contra Angle Smartline features internal irrigation and ceramic bearings and no light.
- The Smartline handpiece without light has internal irrigation and shielded bearings.
- The Smartline pneumatic micromotor has external irrigation and no light.
- Lubricant spray, case and 32 GB USB memory stick in the shape of a free molar.
- Guarantee until the end of studies and free revision at the end of each course.
Plastic Thermosetting Plastic Toothpaste
Features of the Thermostable Typodont:
- The maxilla and mandible occlude in a safe centric occlusion with physiological and natural contact points.
- Formed by 28 teeth made of hard plastic material fixed by means of threaded screws.
- Designed for the clinical learning of endodontic therapy and other dental treatments.
- Anatomy of crowns and occlusal surfaces, following the function and morphology of the natural model.
- Aesthetic and functional shape of the anterior teeth.
- Neutral intercuspidation according to Type I of the Angle International Classification.
- Physiological configuration of the interproximal spaces, according to average values of a middle-aged dentition.
- Wilson, Spee and helical torsion curves with three-dimensional trajectory.
- Gum reproduction with natural palatal folds and anatomical vetibular and buccal imitation.
- Model of maxilla and mandible in stable intercuspidation relationship.
- Includes screwdriver free of charge.
Kavo Spray: Universal Lubricating Oil (500 ml)
Features of Kavo Spray:
- Saves time, space and money (one spray is good for up to 320 cycles).
- Ecological propellant.
- Fluorinated hydrocarbon free.
- It has an environmentally friendly propellant.
- Contains biodegradable oil.
- Maintenance oil for rotating instruments, turbines, heads and air motors, guaranteeing a longer life of the materials.
- Easy daily work.
- Content: 1 bottle of 500 ml.
This is the end of today's post. We hope we have answered all your questions. If you have any other questions please do not hesitate to contact us! We will be happy to answer you.
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