Description

Biolase Waterlase Iplus

Biolase Waterlase iPlus is an advanced dental laser system designed to perform a wide range of dental procedures with greater precision, efficiency, and patient comfort compared to traditional methods. It combines laser energy with a stream of water to create a minimally invasive solution for both soft and hard tissue treatments in the oral cavity.

Key Features:

1. Laser Technology:
   • Er,Cr Laser: The Waterlase iPlus uses an Erbium, Chromium: Yttrium, Scandium, Gallium, Garnet (Er,Cr) laser, operating at a wavelength of 2780 nm. This specific wavelength is highly efficient for both cutting hard tissues like teeth and bone and soft tissues like gums with precision.
   • Hydrophotonic Technology: The Waterlase iPlus uses a patented technology that combines laser energy with a spray of water (hydrophotonic effect), enabling smoother, cooler cutting. This minimizes heat production, which reduces the need for anesthesia and enhances patient comfort.
2. Minimally Invasive:
   • Soft and Hard Tissue Treatment: Capable of performing a broad range of procedures including cavity preparations, gum surgery, root canal therapy, bone surgery, and teeth whitening. The laser’s precision reduces the need for sutures and allows for faster healing.
   • Reduced Patient Anxiety: The system operates with minimal noise and vibration, making dental visits less intimidating, especially for patients with dental anxiety.
   • Less Need for Anesthesia: In many cases, patients may not require local anesthesia due to the gentle nature of the laser treatment, which is virtually painless.
3. Versatility in Treatments:
   • Restorative Dentistry: It allows dentists to remove decayed tissue while preserving healthy tooth structure. The system is especially helpful in pediatric dentistry, as children are often less tolerant of traditional drilling.
   • Periodontal Care: Effective for periodontal surgery and gingivectomies, reducing bleeding and discomfort during gum procedures.
   • Endodontics: The iPlus laser can assist with root canal therapy, improving cleaning and disinfection inside the root canals.
   • Implantology: Can be used for soft tissue management around implants or during implant placement surgery.
4. User Interface:
   • Intuitive Display: The system features an easy-to-navigate touchscreen display, providing pre-set options for various procedures, ensuring consistency in performance.
   • Pre-programmed Settings: With over 50 pre-programmed settings for different dental procedures, the Waterlase iPlus streamlines operations and allows the dentist to customize treatments for individual patient needs.
   • Portability and Design: The Waterlase iPlus is designed for ease of use and portability within a dental clinic, featuring a compact, ergonomic design and a flexible handpiece for better access to all areas of the mouth.
5. Patient and Practitioner Benefits:
   • Comfort: Patients experience less post-operative discomfort, swelling, and faster recovery due to the minimally invasive nature of laser treatment.
   • Time Efficiency: Because the Waterlase iPlus can perform multiple functions in one visit (e.g., removing decay, reshaping gums, and sterilizing areas in a single session), it reduces the overall chair time for both patients and practitioners.
   • Precision and Safety: The laser’s precision minimizes damage to surrounding tissues, reducing the risk of post-treatment complications.
6. Safety Features:
   • Built-in Safety Protocols: The system is equipped with safety mechanisms that prevent accidental overuse of the laser power, protecting both patients and practitioners.
   • Less Invasive and Biologically Friendly: By using laser technology, the Waterlase iPlus reduces the risk of infection and promotes better tissue healing.

Applications:

• Cavity preparations
• Removal of decay and old restorations
• Frenectomy and frenotomy
• Gingivectomy and gingivoplasty
• Crown lengthening
• Root canal cleaning and shaping
• Treatment of peri-implantitis
• Apicoectomy
• TMJ and myofascial pain management

In summary, the Biolase Waterlase iPlus is a cutting-edge dental laser system that enhances the efficiency and comfort of dental procedures for both practitioners and patients. Its ability to precisely and safely treat both soft and hard tissues with minimal discomfort makes it a valuable tool in modern dentistry.

Specifications
Dimensions 11 x 19 x 33 in (28 x 48 x 84cm)
Weight 75 lbs. (34 kg)
Operating Voltage 100 VAC +/- 10% / 230 VAC +/- 10%
Frequency 50/60 Hz
Current Rating 5A / 8A
Main Control Circuit Breaker
On/Off Control Keyswitch
Water Type Distilled or De-ionized Only
External Air Source 80 – 120 psi (5.5 – 8.2 bar)(4.1-8.2 bar)
Interaction Zone 0.5 – 5.0 mm from Handpiece Tip to Target
Laser Classification IV (4)
Medium 2,780nm
Frequency 5 – 100 Hz
Average Power 0.1 – 10.0W
Pulse Energy 0 – 600 mJ
Pulse Duration for “H” Mode 60 µs
Pulse Duration for “S” Mode 700 µs
Tip Diameter 200 – 1200 µm

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