Dentsply Tulsa Dental Specialties introduces EndoActivator System

May 15, 2008
System is designed to safely and vigorously agitate irrigation solutions during endodontic treatment for a cost of less than $2 per case.

TULSA, Oklahoma--Dentsply Tulsa Dental Specialties, a company associated with endodontic innovation, has announced the introduction of its EndoActivator System, the newest addition to the established line of patented products and techniques designed to make endodontic therapy more efficient.

The EndoActivator System, designed by Drs. Clifford J. Ruddle, Robert H. Sharp and Pierre Machtou, is designed to safely and vigorously agitate irrigation solutions during endodontic treatment for a cost of less than $2 per case.

Evidence-based endodontics has shown that cavitation and acoustic streaming significantly improves debridement and the disruption of the smear layer and biofilm. Activated fluids promote deep cleaning and disinfection into lateral canals, fins, webs and anastomoses.

"We are thrilled to once again help bring to market a product designed by these doctors--Drs. Ruddle, Sharp and Machtou," said product manager Eddie Garrott. "This product was a natural fit in Tulsa Dental Specialties mission to provide clinicians products that will improve the practice of endodontics and endodontic irrigation."

The EndoActivator System features include:

* Ergonomic and contra-angled hand piece design
* Strong, flexible polymer tips
* Safe and efficient technology
* Simple, affordable system

The EndoActivator tips are 22 mm in length and are available in small, medium or large sizes. The tips are easy to snap on and off, and feature a medical grade polymer composition. Color-coded by size, each tip includes depth gauge rings at 18, 19 and 20 mm.

EndoActivator products are available from Dentsply Tulsa Dental Specialties.

For more information or to place an order, call (800) 662-1202 or visit Tulsa Dental Specialties.

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