Cavitron® SPS™ - Dentsply

• Where asepsis is required or deemed appropriate inthe best professional judgement of the Dental HealthcareProfessional, this product should not be used.• During boil-water advisories, this product should notbe operated as an open water system (e.g. connectedto a public water system). A Dental HealthcareProfessional should disconnect the system from thecentral water source. The Cavitron DualSelect systemcan be attached to this unit and operated as a closedsystem until the advisory is cancelled. When the advisoryis cancelled, flush all incoming waterlines from the publicwater system (e.g. faucets, waterlines and dentalequipment) in accordance with the manufacturer‘sinstructions for a minimum of 5 minutes.• Prior to beginning treatment, patients should rinse withan antimicrobial such as Chlorhexidine Gluconate 0.12%.Rinsing with an antimicrobial reduces the chance ofinfection and reduces the number of microorganismsreleased in the form of aerosols during treatment.Section 3:Precautions3.1 System Precautions• Equipment flushing and dental water supply systemmaintenance are strongly recommended.• Close manual shut-off valve on the dental office watersupply every night before leaving the office.• The use of an in-line water filter is recommended.• Never operate system without fluid flowing throughhandpiece.3.2 Precautions for UltrasonicProphylaxis Procedures• Like a toothbrush, ultrasonic inserts “wear out” withuse. Inserts with just 2 mm of wear lose about 50% oftheir scaling efficiency. In general, it is recommendedthat ultrasonic inserts be discarded and replaced after90 days, under normal use, to maintain optimalefficiency and avoid breakage. A Cavitron ® InsertEfficiency Indicator is enclosed for your use.• Discard the insert immediately if excessive wearis noted, or the insert shows signs of damage throughmishandling.• Ultrasonic insert tips that have been bent, damaged, orreshaped are susceptible to in-use breakage and shouldbe discarded and replaced immediately.• Retract the lips, cheeks, and tongue to prevent contactwith the insert tip whenever it is placed in the patient’smouth.6• Water should be used for all scaling procedures. Waterflow is adjustable from less than 10 to greater than60 ml per minute.• The Cavitron unit works with Cavitron inserts as asystem, and was designed and tested to delivermaximum performance for all currently availableCavitron and Cavitron Bellissima brand ultrasonicinserts. Companies that manufacture, repair or modifyinserts carry the sole responsibility for proving theefficacy and performance of their products when usedas a part of this system. Users are cautioned tounderstand the operating limits of their inserts beforeusing in a clinical setting.• Only adjust the system’s power adjustment knob with theinsert outside the patients mouth.Section 4:Infection Control4.1 Infection Control InformationReference Booklet• For your convenience, an Infection Control InformationReference Booklet has been included with your Cavitron ®SPS System. Additional booklets can be obtained bycalling Customer Service at 1-800-989-8826 or717-767-8502 Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to5:00 PM (Eastern Time). For other areas, contactyour local DENTSPLY representative. Insert sterilizationinformation is included in each insert package.4.2 General Infection Control Information• Use standard personal protection equipment (i.e., wearface mask, eyewear, or face shield, gloves andprotective gown).• For maximum operator and patient safety, carefullyfollow the Infection Control Information proceduresdetailed on the reference cards accompanying yourSystem.• The combination of water and ultrasonic vibration willcreate aerosols. With proper technique, much of theaerosols can be effectively controlled and minimized.Please carefully follow the procedural guidelinesregarding the use of your System.4.3 Water Supply Recommendations• It is highly recommended that all dental water supplysystems conform to applicable CDC (Centers forDisease Control and Prevention) and ADA (AmericanDental Association) standards, and that allrecommendations be followed in terms of flushing,and general infection control procedures. Knowledge