Directions For Use (Start-X ™ ); Adverse Reactions - Dentsply Maillefer START-X Modo De Utilizacion

For Dental Use Only
DIREctIONS FOR uSE (START-X
1) INDIcatIONS FOR uSE
Clinical applications
• Tip n°1 Refinement of access cavity walls
• Tip n°2 MB2 canal scouting (2nd canal mesio buccal root)
• Tip n°3 Removing obstructions to the canal orifice
• Tip n°4 Metal post removal
• Tip n°5 Re-locating the original pulp chamber floor anatomy (calcification, removal of old
obturation material)
These instruments are to be used only in a clinical or hospital environment, by qualified users.
2) cONtRa-INDIcatIONS
None known when used as recommended. It is nevertheless recommended not to use these ultrasonic
inserts on patients who have a Pacemaker.
3) WaRNINGS
Please refer to the instructions for use of the manufacturer of the ultrasonic generator. It is important to
note that the different operating power settings must be adapted to the various clinical applications and
circumstances.
4) PREcautIONS
• Do not start the generator with damaged ultrasonic inserts.
• For improved working comfort and safety, the use of a visual aid is recommended.
• Irrigation is recommended when performing procedures (such as dislodging metal posts – tip #4) that
require high energy to avoid overheating both the insert and the tooth.
• The tip must be tightened onto the ultrasonic generator handpiece with the enclosed wrench prior to
use. The user will pay attention to over tightening as well as under tightening.
5)

aDVERSE REactIONS

To date, no adverse reactions have been reported.
6) StEP-By-StEP INStRuctIONS
Adjusting the power of the ultrasonic generator
SatELEc / P5 Newtron
Min
N°1 16
N°2 16
N°3 10
N°4 18
N°5 7
Power settings for other ultrasonic units are available on Dentsply Maillefer website.
Available on Dentsply Maillefer website, www.dentsplymaillefer.com, a video illustrating the use of each
Start-X™ insert. On request, this video can be mailed.
In general, to maximize clinical performance and safety, and to reduce the potential of instrument breakage,
start with lower power settings and only increase the power as required to accomplish the clinical task.
All tips should be used with minimal pressure and a light brushing motion.
Irrigation is recommended when performing procedures (such as dislodging metal posts – tip #4) that
require high energy to avoid overheating both the insert and the tooth.
DFU START-X F19 02 106.X / 01 / 2008 created 10/2008
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