Handpiece safety

Question 1

how fast do high speed handpieces rotate?

Answer 1

250,000 - 400,000 rpm

Question 2

how fast do slow speed hand pieces rotate?

Answer 2

5,000 - 40,000 rpm

Question 3

what are the different components of a high speed handpiece?

Answer 3

1. head
2. neck
3. body
4. coupler

Question 4

what are the 6 safety checks for a handpiece?

Answer 4

1. ensure backcap cannot rotate
2. pull the bur to ensure it is fully engaged
3. fit the device accessory and apply tension to ensure device is secured
4. check bur spins freely
5. check bur’s lateral movement
6. run device for 5 seconds to ensure no wobbling and sounds correct