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Update your Planmeca dental unit

to enhance infection control

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought infection
control to the forefront, and it is especially
important that safe practices are adhered to
at all times. Now probably more than ever,
patients pay special attention to the cleanliness
of supplies and equipment, so a clean-looking
treatment environment is also a crucial part
of good customer service and a key factor in
attracting customers. We have compiled some
suggestions to help your clinic improve dental
unit infection control and build patient trust –
without having to invest in a new dental unit.

Build patient trust by enhancing
your Planmeca dental unit
You can easily enhance the look of your Planmeca dental unit
thanks to its effortless upgradability. Small changes can make
a world of difference in a dental clinic’s overall appearance.

➊ Upholstery

Upholstery is one the dental unit features that patients first notice.
After years of use, especially if not taken care of as instructed,
the upholstery can look worn out and even have small cracks that
are difficult to keep clean. With Planmeca dental units, you can
either change the entire upholstery or only the parts covering
the backrest, legrest, headrest or armrests.

➋ Bowl

The dental unit bowl is subjected to frequent use in
treatment situations. As it is regularly exposed to fluids
and one of the most visible parts of the dental unit,
it could be beneficial to replace the bowl assembly
with a new one or remove it completely if it is
not needed.

➌ Operating light

Since the operating light is positioned
right over the patient during treatment, its
appearance can have a significant effect on
the clinic’s image.

The light handles are touched frequently
by the dental team, so an extra pair of
handles will come in handy while

the other pair is being autoclaved.
Beyond infection control aspects,

replacing old halogen operating lights
with LED lights not only adds light
intensity but also cuts down energy
bills and the carbon footprint.

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