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J Am Dent Assoc, Vol 114, No 2, 200-203.
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Journal of the American Dental Association, Vol 114, Issue 2, 200-203
Copyright © 1987 by American Dental Association

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Dental fiberoptic handpieces: recommendations for proper use



Gildersleeve JR, JL Hardage, and JM Young

The use of fiberoptic handpieces in dentistry may have advanced faster than has the knowledge on how to use them. Differences in brightness are extreme in the dentist's work environment and may result in the dentist's experiencing fatigue. This article discusses lighting of the operating field in general, presents basic characteristics of available handpiece fiberoptic systems, and provides the dental practitioner with guidelines for adjustment and safe use of intraoral fiberoptic lighting.




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