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Why Choose Dental Ultrasonic Scalers?

When equal strokes are applied, Cavitron 300 Ultrasonic Scaling removed on average 50% more active biofilm compared to hand scaling in an in vitro study.*

Quickly and effectively remove even the most tenacious calculus³

Preferred by 74% of patients over hand scaling¹

Less pressure, greater comfort for patients and professionals compared to hand scaling⁴

Proven efficiency and versatility²

 *Abstract which has been reviewed and presented at IADR

The Right Reasons for Ultrasonic Scaling

As the world leader in dental solutions, Dentsply Sirona wants to help you deliver the highest level of patient care —with the highest level of safety for you, your patients, and your staff.

Why removing biofilm matters

Have you seen the new data on ultrasonic scaling with the Cavitron 300 Series? It may change the way you think about scaling - and helps you further enhance your patient care.

Cavitron Systems

Cavitron systems lead the competition with innovative features and benefits that enhance the scaling experience. The extensive Cavitron family of products has an ultrasonic scaling unit to fit any office need.

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2. Tunkel J, Heinecke A, Flemmig TF. A systematic review of efficacy of machine-driven and manual subgingival debridement in the treatment of chronic periodontitis. J Clin Periodontol. 2002;29 (Suppl3):72-81.

3. Data on file, DENTSPLY Professional.

4. Croft LK, Nunn ME, Crawford LC, aet al. Patient preference for ultrasonic or hand instruments in periodontal maintenance. Int J Periodontics Restorative Dent. 2003;23(6):567-573. – Petersen, P. E., & Ogawa, H. (2005, December). Strengthening the Prevention of Periodontal Disease: The WHO Approach. 

5. National Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion

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7. Petersen, P. E., & Ogawa, H. (2005, December). Strengthening the Prevention of Periodontal Disease: The WHO Approach. Retrieved from http://www.who.int/oral_health/publications/jop2005_76_12_2187.pdf?ua=1

8. Reynolds E. Effectiveness and efficiency in ultrasonic scaling. The Academy of Dental Therapeutics and Stomatology. RDH continuing education course. 2006;1-20.

9. Croft, aet al, International Journal of Periodontics & Restorative Dentistry, Volume 23, number 6, 2003.

10. Gatchel RJ, Ingersoll BD, Bowman L, Robertson MC, Walker C. The prevalence of dental fear and avoidance: a recent survey study. J Am Dent Assoc. 1983 Oct;107(4):609–610. [PubMed]

11. Marketing research survey conducted online by a third party, May 2020, among N=254 US adult dental patients. Survey was double blind. Data on file.