Introduction of Dental Equipment: Classification, Technology and Application

Dental equipment is an important part of medical technical equipment, which is specially used in clinical dentistry and its related operation steps. These equipment, machines, instruments and accessories are operated by qualified personnel and are designed to provide an efficient, safe and comfortable oral treatment environment. The following is a detailed introduction to Dental equipment:

i. Definition and Classification

Dental equipment refers to all kinds of equipment, machines, instruments and accessories specially produced and (or) provided to qualified personnel for use in clinical dentistry and (or) its related operation steps. According to the nature and use, dental equipment can be divided into two categories: public equipment and specialist equipment. The Latter is further subdivided into oral medicine, oral surgery, prosthodontics, orthodontics and other equipment.

II. Main Equipment Types

1. public Equipment:
   1. comprehensive treatment table and auxiliary equipment including dental chair, dental treatment chair, automatic dental comprehensive treatment table, etc.
   2. Autoclaving equipment and ancillary products such as constant temperature oven, high temperature and high pressure steam sterilization furnace, ultraviolet and ozone irradiation lamp, etc.
   3. Imaging X-ray equipment/film processing and accessories: Used to take oral X-ray films to assist diagnosis.
   4. Digital Imaging Products: Such as CMOS digital dental RVG X-ray sensor, etc., provide higher quality images.
   5. Microscope/Endoscope/Magnifier: Used to enlarge the internal details of the oral cavity for easy observation and treatment.
   6. High and low speed mobile phones and accessories: Used for drilling, grinding and other operations in oral treatment.
   7. Air Compressor: Provide compressed air for high-speed turbines and other equipment.
   8. Dental laser equipment: Such as low-power laser machine, water laser system, etc., used for tooth whitening, oral laser treatment, etc.
   9. Anesthesia equipment and corresponding instruments: Used for anesthetic operation in oral treatment.
   10. Water filtration softening system: Ensure the cleaning and softening of the treatment water.
   11. Suction drainage device: Used to remove waste water and dirt from the treatment process.
   12. Consultation Room Furniture and Decoration: Such as doctor’s seat, nurse’s seat, equipment cabinet/equipment rack/table, etc.
2. Specialized equipment:
   1. oral internal medicine equipment: Such as light-curing equipment, ultrasonic root canal treatment equipment, pulp vitality measuring instrument, root canal length measuring instrument, etc.
   2. Oral Surgery Equipment such as dental implants, electric surgical equipment, ultrasonic scalpel, first aid equipment, etc.
   3. Prosthodontics equipment such as impression material stirrer, porcelain oven, sandblasting machine, wax removal oven, etc.
   4. Orthodontic equipment: Such as orthodontic pliers, needle holders/Gold Crown shears, spot welding machine, square wire shaper, bracket positioner, etc.

Technical characteristics and development trend

the technical aspects of dental equipment not only require that the product meet the requirements of oral use, but also meet the safety requirements of medical electrical. With the progress of science and technology, dental equipment is constantly updated, and the products strive for stability, durability, safety, multi-function, high speed and miniaturization. The structure is also developing towards the direction of combination, in order to achieve the purpose of complete functions, reasonable equipment, easy operation, low cost, easy maintenance and repair.

IV. Application and Significance

dental equipment plays a vital role in the field of oral medicine. They not only improve the efficiency and accuracy of oral treatment, but also reduce the pain of patients and the labor intensity of doctors. At the same time, with the continuous advancement of technology and the upgrading of equipment, the treatment level and patient experience of stomatology are also constantly improving.

To sum up, Dental equipment is an indispensable part of the field of stomatology, with a wide range of types and different functions, which provides strong support for oral treatment.