We recently received the VacuVUE HVE Mirror (Ascentcare™ Dental Products). This mirror/suction/retraction device hooks up easily to your existing high-volume suction line. Some of its top features include a PureHD mirror, has suction on both the front and the back, and has replacement mirrors for when scratches occur. The kit also contains a Wrist-Assist, a small holder that attaches to the user’s wrist to take the weight of VacuVUE out of the hand.
Initial Insights
Strong suction.
Mirror is pretty thick, which allows for better suction but can make it tough to maneuver in certain situations.
Attaches to HVE so you may not be able to use it in hygiene rooms.
Suction on the backside as well allows you to retract the cheek while using the handpiece and still utilize the suction.
The “wrist assist vacuum line relief band” (included in evaluation) made a big difference in the weight on your wrist.
Keep an eye out for more on this product in an upcoming issue of Dental Advisor!
Estecem II (Tokuyama) is a dual-cure adhesive resin cement indicated for all restorative materials. It is available in 4 shades: universal, clear, white opaque, and brown. When used with Tokuyama Universal Bond it is a quick application with no curing needed for the bonding agent.
Initial Insights
What were the thoughts of the Dental Advisor Initial Insights Team?
An award winning adhesive in a universal cementation system is exciting.
The shades available give a good range of options to make slight color adjustments without re-staining.
An easy adhesive system.
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The PatientsShield™ by MB Dental Solutions is designed to trap and remove aerosols generated during dental procedures. It consists of a clear, square shield positioned above the patient’s head by a flexible arm. A disposable plastic curtain is attached to the shield. The patient is then instructed to hold a suction cone beneath the drape to help catch aerosols.
Initial Insights
The arm stays exactly where I put it; I only have to bend it once and don’t have to readjust it. It was also quick to set up.
The shield gave me a very large viewing area and didn’t interfere with my vision.
It took some practice to get my hands underneath the drape comfortably.
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The Akervall Sisu Extend face shield is adjustable in two places; at the back is a draw-string, and the extended piece above the forehead is able to be pulled to the desired distance from the face. It has a replaceable sweat liner that rests against the forehead. The shield itself can be disinfected with any approved disinfectant spray.
Initial Insights
The Sisu Extend was so comfortable, and it fit easily over both loupes and light!
This shield didn’t fog up on me once during use.
It was easy to set up and adjust, and it feels really sturdy.
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We received five Jackson Safety face shields at Dental Advisor and tried all of them out! They range from disposable to heavy duty. The F4XP, Maxview Premium, and Quad 500 Premium are supported by a headpiece with an adjustable dial on the back and a plastic band over top of the head. These three shields can also flip up to allow access to loupes, glasses, or masks.
Jackson Disposable Splash Shield
Jackson F4XP Shield
Jackson Reusable Splash Shield
Jackson Maxview Premium Shield
Jackson Quad 500 Premium Shield
Initial Insights
The disposable shield has a soft, stretchy band that doesn’t get caught up in hair.
The F4XP shield was close to my face, but it was really stable when I flipped it up.
It was a little hard to get the reusable shield set up and adjusted to my size, but the sweat band is super soft and comfortable.
The Maxview was super heavy duty, but it gives coverage all the way back over the ears, which is great for random spatters or pieces of debris.
I really like the shape of the Quad 500; it tapers towards the end and doesn’t bump my chest. The bubble shape leaves a lot of space between my face and the shield.
On each of the heavier duty shields, F4XP, Maxview, and Quad 500, the headpiece was felt-lined and surprisingly comfortable, and very easy to adjust!
Keep an eye out for these products in a future issue of Dental Advisor!
