Minimizing the risk of infection is critical to proper dental care. Even with a barrier sleeve, your dental handpiece can become contaminated with oral flora and debris. Now, more than ever, it's a good idea to review the steps to cleaning and disinfecting your cordless dental handpiece.
Cleaning
Watch this unboxing video to see how the Young Infinity Cordless Handpiece is set up and processed.
Disinfection
Wipe all handpiece surfaces with presaturated disinfectant wipes, ensuring that all surfaces are thoroughly wet.
Place the dental handpiece in the cradle and let it sit for a minimum of 6 minutes to disinfect and air dry.
If the handpiece isn't dry after 6 minutes, wipe any damp surfaces dry with a soft, clean cloth.
Add a new barrier sleeve, disinfected nosecone and prophy angle.
You're good to go!
Note: This is a general summary of handpiece processing. Always read and follow any cleaning instructions, instructions for use, maintenance procedures or other documentation included with your handpiece.