COMPONENTS OF A DENTAL UNIT: HANDPIECES AND ACCESSORIES

A dental unit is comprised of various components that work together to facilitate comprehensive oral healthcare. Among these, handpieces and accessory devices play a crucial role in delivering precise treatment modalities. Handpieces are specialized tools driven by an electric motor, used for procedures such as drilling, polishing, and scaling. Acc

Dental units are equipped with two primary types of handpieces: high-speed and low-speed. {High-speed|Turbine|Contra) handpieces, driven by powerful motors, rotate at incredibly rapid speeds, typically exceeding 200,000 revolutions per minute (RPM). These are used for tasks like drilling, finishing tooth surfaces, and removing decay. In contrast, l