Aerosol Assist is a hands-free suction device designed to reduce aerosols during dental procedures while acting as a high volume suction. There is space for a typical saliva ejector (SE) tip, and the “funnel” is designed to capture aerosols during the procedure. Once it is attached to HVE, it is placed in the patient’s mouth against the cheek; be sure to avoid leaning it against the patient’s teeth. After use the device is rinsed, cleaned with a tube-brush, and then autoclaved before reuse.
Our team tried out the prototype; what is pictured is not the final product.
Device placed in patient’s mouth
Device placed against cheek, not touching any teeth
Aerosol Assist with a green SE tip
Aerosol Assist set up in an operatory
Aerosol Assist with a pink SE tip
Initial Insights
The Aerosol Assist allowed me to retract with a mirror while scaling and it took care of all the suction on its own.
Very strong suction, my patient said it felt like it even dried out her entire mouth.
It didn’t feel like saliva pooled at all, even on the opposite side.
Super easy setup.
Keep an eye out for this product in an upcoming issue of DENTAL ADVISOR!
Miracle Suction is part of a kit that was created to confront the problem of not having enough hands. The colorful mirrors attach directly to standard HVE handpieces and have small holes in the side and bottom surfaces of the head, designed to eliminate the need for separate mirror and suction. Each reflective surface is anti-fog and autoclavable for ease of use and cleaning.
Brief retraction and suction with Miracle Suction
Mirror head surfaces displaying suction holes
Suction of water out of a cup
Initial Insights
The colors might make it fun for kids especially.
It suctions very well, especially considering it has to be used as a mirror the entire time.
It could do with more sizes to connect with the HVE more accurately.
I found it easiest to use when I periodically dipped the mirror down to suction pools of saliva.
Keep an eye out to see this device in a coming issue of The Dental Advisor!
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.
Keep an out in an upcoming issue of Dental Advisor for more on this product!
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.
Keep watching for this product in a future issue of Dental Advisor!
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.
Make sure to watch for this product in a future issue of Dental Advisor!
