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NiTi
Rotary Files Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much are the
files you sell with the Break-R-Way file upgrade?
A: All of our files
are sold for $12.50 per file - FREE Shipping & Handling.
Q: Do I need new
equipment or an expensive
starter package to use the Break-R-Way files?
A: No, you don't. You can use
your existing hand piece to operate our
NiTi rotary files upgraded the Break-R-Way. Then let the
Break-R-way file remove the fear and hassle of file
breakage/separation so you can work faster & safer!
Q:
What RPM is the optimum to operate the files at?
A: With fear of separation removed...
increase cutting speeds to 500 rpm. You want to work the files
aggressively.
Q: Where is more info
on the Break-R-Way patent?
A: To read more about the patent on the
Break-R-Way NiTi rotary file upgrade, please click on these
pages...
"Title:
Rotary dental file having a safe breakage point"
& "7198486
Rotary dental file having a safe breakage point".
Q: What is the NiTi Rotary File
upgrade?
A: The upgraded NiTi rotary file is designed to separate at a predetermined
location 1mm to 2mm from where the shaft meets the handle of
the drill allowing for maximum ease of removal. This
rotary file upgrade allows you to work faster &
safer knowing that the file is easily retrieved plus it may be
used over & over again.
Q: When did you start
clinical trials?
A: Having Ni-Ti rotary files modified to optimum values
allowed clinical trials to begin in January of 2004. It was
pleasantly surprising that the majority of Ni-Ti commercially
available rotary files are suitable for modification. Without
as much fear of file separation, a crown down technique was
no longer "absolutely set in stone".
Q: How do I retrieve a separated
file?
A: Needle holders are usually the best instrument choice
to use. If you can grasp the shaft perpendicular you can often
leverage against the remaining tooth structure. Otherwise,
remove rubber stopper, grasp the shaft parallel and use an
outward and counterclockwise motion(s).
Q: How many times can I use your
file?
A: With fear of separation removed...
just "use it until it breaks". Of course after
autoclaving it should be given close inspection before reuse.
Q: What if the file becomes dull?
A: With fear of separation removed... if
a dull file does not want to cut; "just push hard".
Q: Do I still use hand files?
A: Yes, a recommended technique is to
establish a W.L. measurement as quickly as possible. Use hand
files as needed to do the initial shaping to a size 20 hand
file. Finish the case by aggressively using Break-R-Way NiTi
rotary files and additional hand files as called for.
By Duane E Cox, D.M.D.
Testimonials
Duane,
When rotary Ni Ti instruments first
came on the market, I thought that they'd be a great way to make
endo better, easier, and faster for the patient and the doctor.
Unfortunately, the issue of file separation deep in the canal
was worse than what I thought the manufacturers stated. Even
with only 1 use, as the manufacturers are recommending, some of
these NiTi's would and, can still, separate in the canal. So,
like many other dentists I quit using them because of the added
stress, cost, and failure to meet the promises made.
After reading about your concept of a
groove that would allow the NiTi to be used without fear of
separation in the canal, I tried your rotary NiTi's. I
deliberately used them with a lot of pressure to see how they'd
perform. As you stated, if they break, it's high up on the shaft
near the handpiece and easily removed with hemostats or needle
holders, like a Gates. These NiTi's deliver the promises of
better, faster, easier endo. For me there is now less concern of
separation deep in the canal with your NiTi instruments than
with stainless steel hand instruments. And, since they can be
used till they do break, they are cost effective.
Please keep me posted on any new
developments.
Thank you,
George L. A., D.D.S.
Smyrna, Tennessee
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