Australasian Dentist Magazine Nov Dec 2021

Category 102 AustrAlAsiAn Dentist holds the control head even more securely in place without drifting. the relocated centre grab handle is far easier to reach, and the touch-activated capacitive switch automatically unlocks the air brake clutch mechanism, allowing the delivery head to glide easily into position. “Most people who use it for the first time are really surprised at just how light and easy it is because of the new positive positioning system,” Mr Hafiz said. “it is smooth and precise and stays where you place it.” Superior delivery systems the new larger delivery head now has room for more inbuilt modules for up to six instruments and although it is larger than before, the ease of positioning of the delivery arm takes the ‘bulkiness’ out of it so it feels light and agile. Traditional delivery system the handpiece holder on the new A-dec 500 traditional delivery system now has angle adjustment to reduce the risk of needle stick injury and the new intuitive icon-based touch screen is fully adjustable from side to side for the perfect viewing angle. Continental delivery system unique rubber backed whip arms take the weight of handpiece off the dentist’s hand without excessive resistance like older systems and also have just the right amount of tension to help put the instrument back in the holders. the result is far less fatigue and risk of repetitive strain injury while working. Whether you’re working trans- thorax or from the side of the patient, the Continental also system stops the possibility of instruments falling to the ground and being damaged. Mr Hafiz said the Continental system is also superior from an ergonomics and productivity point of view as the eyes do not need to leave the patient when picking up or replacing a handpiece from the control head. “ergonomically it’s a ‘Phase One’ movement from the patient’s mouth to the delivery system. You just need to move your hand in one direction to retrieve an instrument or to put it back without looking up or changing focus.” An investment in the life of your practice Despite the significant engineering and ergonomic advancements in the A-dec 500 chair design, Mr Hafiz said A-dec had retained the proven A-dec pneumatic control block at its core which was responsible for its legendary reliability and simplicity of maintenance. “the A-dec 500 has become the workhorse of many public and private clinics and teaching institutions around the world and A-dec has further refined its design, features and dependability without adding unnecessary technical complexity. “the A-dec 500 is definitely a worthwhile investment. it has proven a sound investment time and time again which pays back tenfold in better productivity and patient comfort, with less maintenance and more chair availability to your patients or students. “Our customers and their patients love the A-dec 500 and many are now repeat purchasers – or have upgraded from other brands and models to invest in a superior quality chair for the life of their practice. “they also have the comfort of knowing A-dec has the best service and support network in Australia. Many of our A-dec technicians and dealers have 10, 20 and 30+ years’ experience with A-dec chairs and you also know the A-dec Dealer network, territory Managers and head office in Australia is there for you, backed by international support from the world’s most awarded dental chair manufacturer.” FeatUre: CHairS, ServiCing & SPare PartS