Polishing is the final step in many dental procedures, from hygiene appointments to composite restorations and lab work. This guide covers dental polishing equipment and supplies available in Australia, including air polishers and prophy units, composite polishing wheels and lab polishing machines.
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Air Polishers and Prophy Units
Air polishers use a jet of air, water and fine powder to remove stain and biofilm. They are faster than a rubber cup on stained teeth and reach areas that cups and brushes cannot. Options include the EMS Air-Flow S1 prophy unit, the Airjet 1 air prophy unit and the dental air polisher.
Choosing a Prophy Powder
Sodium bicarbonate powders suit supragingival stain removal. Finer, low-abrasive powders such as glycine or erythritol are gentler and are often used around restorations, implants and below the gumline. Always use powder recommended for your unit.
Micro-Blasters for Bonding
Intraoral micro-blasters use aluminium oxide to roughen surfaces before bonding or cementation. See the aluminium oxide micro-blaster.
Composite Finishing and Polishing
A high gloss on composite restorations reduces plaque build-up and staining. Polishing systems usually go from coarse to fine in several steps. Spiral wheels such as EVE Diacomp Plus Twist adapt to curved surfaces and can produce a high shine in fewer steps.
Lab Polishing
Dental labs use micromotors and polishing handpieces to finish dentures, crowns and appliances. The 40,000 RPM dental lab micromotor is a versatile option for grinding and polishing.
What to Check Before You Buy
- Connection type: air polishers connect to the chair via a coupler (for example Midwest 4-hole) or have their own unit. Check what your chair supports.
- Powder and consumables: check which powders and tips the unit uses and that they are easy to restock.
- Autoclavable parts: nozzles and handpieces should be autoclavable for infection control.
- Speed and torque: for lab micromotors, check the maximum speed and whether a foot or knee control is included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air polishing safe on restorations?
Low-abrasive powders are designed for use around many restorations and implants. Always follow the powder and unit manufacturer’s instructions.
How many steps does composite polishing take?
Traditional systems use three or four steps. Some spiral wheel systems achieve a high gloss in one or two steps.
Do you deliver polishing equipment across Australia?
Yes. We deliver Australia-wide. All prices include GST.
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