by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
Two Common High Speed Handpiece Problems Two of the most common high speed handpiece problems I hear about are poor torque and slipping burs. Poor Torque Poor torque can be caused by a number of factors, but it is usually the result of wear and tear to the turbine... by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
Have you ever wondered, what factors affect the life of your high-speed handpiece turbines? Several independent studies have been conducted over the years to answer that question. The United States Air Force conducted one of these studies in 1993. They carefully... by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
Do Flush debris from the handpiece Clean the chuck mechanism Properly autoclave the handpiece Properly lubricate the handpiece Operate handpiece at the recommended PSI Check autoclave for proper operation Check air lines for contamination Use sharp burs during... by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
Lube-free style turbines are designed to be maintenance free and should not be lubricated. If you accidentally lubricate a lube-free style turbine, you should continue to lubricate it from that point on. The reason is, lube-free turbines are self lubricating because... by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
These maintenance procedures are intended for lube-style handpieces that require lubrication after each use. Perform procedure after each use: Remove handpiece from unit tubing. With bur inserted, spray a good burst of lubricant into drive air port. The best type of... by hpxadmin | Nov 11, 2016 | Handpiece Maintenance
Have you ever found yourself running short on handpieces and having to use one hot out of the autoclave? If you have,you’re not alone.This is actually a common practice in many offices. In trying to diagnose why handpiece turbines are not lasting as long as they...
