Electric Handpieces: Technical Evaluation

Abstract

The use of direct electric-driven handpieces in the dental laboratory has become the standard over the use of belt-driven handpieces. The recently developed units have increased power, speed, and features over those of several years ago. The United States Air Force (USAF) Dental Investigation Services (DIS) has undertaken a study to compare the features and capabilities of the most common handpieces on the market. The information in this study can be used by dental clinics to assist in the selection of electric handpieces to meet their particular requirement. Handpieces were tested at DIS for physical characteristics, maximum power, and speed. Keywords: Dental equipment.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1988
Accession Number
ADA206754

Entities

People

  • Arlo H. King
  • Curtis D. Weyerauch

Organizations

  • United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine

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Communities of Interest

  • Space

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Aerospace Medicine
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Classification
  • Contractors
  • Control Panels
  • Dental Equipment
  • Governments
  • Human Factors Engineering
  • Security
  • Specifications
  • Switches
  • Technicians
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Test Methods
  • United States
  • United States Government

Fields of Study

  • Education

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