Central Dental High-Volume Oral Evacuation (HVE) Systems.

Abstract

The dental high-volume oral evacuation (HVE) system is an independent clinical vacuum system specifically designed for scavenging, collection, and disposal of liquids, solids, and aerosols from the patient's mouth. Control of aerosols generated by the high-speed air turbine handpiece and emanating from the operating site is essential to prevent contamination of breathing zones and the treatment environment in general. Equally important for safe and effective treatment delivery is the ability of the HVE to maintain a clear visual pathway and operating site during operating procedures. This report includes the minimum requirements for central dental high-volume oral evacuation (HVE) systems and associated centrally plumbed distribution networks for use in USAF dental health facilities. Keywords include: Dental vacuum systems; Dental oral evacuation systems; and Dental high-volume oral evacuation systems.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 01, 1986
Accession Number
ADA168851

Entities

People

  • Carl D. Foster
  • Joseph M. Powell
  • Kirk D. Satrom

Organizations

  • United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Human Systems
  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Flow
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Classification
  • Contractors
  • Detectors
  • End Items
  • Environmental Health
  • Evacuation
  • Governments
  • High Pressure
  • Maintenance Personnel
  • Measuring Instruments
  • Solenoid Valves
  • Specifications
  • Standards
  • United States Government

Readers

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