THE EVALUATION OF THE DENSPLY CAVITRON ULTRASONIC PROPHYLAXIS UNIT ON A NAVAL VESSEL.
Abstract
The following conclusions were drawn from the study: (1) The Cavitron unit can be easily installed aboard a naval vessel. (2) It does not appear that significant problems exist relative to the function or maintenance of the Cavitron aboard a naval vessel. (3) Dental technicians adapt quickly to Cavitron instrumentation. (4) A statistically significant (P< .001) time saving of 36% may be expected in Cavitron prophylaxes. (5) Cavitron stain removal appears to be satisfactory but inferior to conventional stain removal (P < .001). (6) Cavitron calculus removal appears to be equal to conventional calculus removal in 'light' cases while incorporating the 36% time saving. (7) Cavitron calculus removal appears to be superior to conventional calculus removal in 'moderate-heavy' cases (P < .002) while incorporating the 36% time saving. (8) Soft tissue damage is insignificant by either method but Cavitron instrumentation may provide less damage in 'moderateheavy' cases (P < .03). (9) A strong patient and operator preference exists for the Cavitron technique. (10) No significant difference exists between the 2 methods relative to 24 hour postoperative tooth sensitivity. (11) Significant, quantitative operator differences exist. (12) In general, it may be stated that the study has found the Cavitron to be a highly useful adjunct to dental treatment aboard a naval vessel. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1965
- Accession Number
- AD0613705
Entities
People
- S. V. Holroyd