Clinical Overview
The Sidekick® Sharpener is a portable tool designed for the routine maintenance and sharpening of dental scalers and curettes. It ensures that instruments maintain their cutting efficiency, which is essential for effective periodontal treatment and patient care.
Key Benefits
- Portable design: Facilitates easy sharpening in various clinical settings.
- Accurate maintenance: Ensures precision sharpening for optimal instrument performance.
- Routine use: Supports regular upkeep of scalers and curettes, enhancing their longevity.
- Improves patient outcomes: Maintained instruments contribute to effective periodontal procedures.
Kit Contents
- Refer to packaging for exact contents and sizes.
Working & Setting Times
- Working: Designed for immediate use following sharpening.
- Setting: Not applicable.
Indications
- Routine sharpening of dental scalers.
- Routine sharpening of curettes.
- Maintenance of instrument cutting edges.
- Enhancement of instrument performance during periodontal procedures.
Instructions for Use
- Ensure the sharpener is clean and free of debris.
- Insert the scaler or curette into the sharpening slot.
- Apply gentle pressure and slide the instrument through the sharpener.
- Inspect the cutting edge for sharpness and repeat if necessary.
- Clean the instrument before use on patients.
Summary
The Sidekick® Sharpener is an essential tool for dental professionals, providing a portable solution for the routine sharpening of scalers and curettes. Its design promotes accurate maintenance, ensuring instruments remain effective for periodontal treatments, ultimately enhancing patient care.
