OptraPol

 
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High Gloss Polishers          
Frequently Asked Questions

1. Which restorative materials may be polished with OptraPol?

2. How long does it take to polish a restoration with OptraPol?

3. Can OptraPol be autoclaved?

4. Is preliminary cleaning of OptraPol in cleaning solutions possible?

5. Can OptraPol be used in conjunction with a polishing paste?

6. Can excess material be removed with OptraPol?

7. Is the use of water spray required?

8. At what speed is OptraPol operated?

9. How often can OptraPol be used?

10. Which shapes are available?


1. Which restorative materials may be polished with OptraPol?
    OptraPol has been specifically designed for direct resin composite materials. (top of page)

2. How long does it take to polish a restoration with OptraPol?
    Depending on the type of surface, 45 to 60 seconds is sufficient. The visual appearance clearly shows
    when this point has been reached, as the corresponding luster is achieved. (top of page)

3. Can OptraPol be autoclaved?
    Yes, the OptraPol polishers may be autoclaved offering multiple uses. (top of page)

4. Is preliminary cleaning of OptraPol in cleaning solutions possible?
    Because the polishing abrasive is embedded in rubber which would be detrimentally affected by such treatment.
    Cleaning in the autoclave is sufficient to achieve a satisfactory result. (top of page)

5. Can OptraPol be used in conjunction with a polishing paste?
    OptraPol is designed for use without polishing paste. (top of page)

6. Can excess material be removed with OptraPol?
    OptraPol is exclusively suitable for the finishing and polishing step. Gross material removal should
    be done with burs. (top of page)

7. Is the use of water spray required?
   
Yes, in order to avoid discoloration of the filling due to overheating, water cooling is always recommended.
    (top of page)

8. At what speed is OptraPol operated?
   
With OptraPol, an optimum polishing effect is achieved between 7,500 and 10,000 rpm. (top of page)

9. How often can OptraPol be used?
   
Depending on the shape and filling material used, OptraPol polishers may be reused approximately 5-10 times.
    (top of page)

10. Which shapes are available?
     
Four shapes are available: "small point", "point", "cup" and "disc". (top of page)

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