Will esamate run with a straight nose cone?

Yes, a Star Titan straight nose cone will fit esamate. However, as stated above the warranty will not apply if esamate is used with a straight nose cone.

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How does the esamate warranty work?

The esamate handpiece is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. Each date of purchase will be recorded from the original shipping records to each esamate motor serial # and original purchaser. The warranty applies only if the product is […]

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Why does the esa NL disposable prophy angle cup feel softer and more pliable than other latex-free disposable prophy angles?

esa NL (Non-Latex) disposable prophy angle cups are made using compression molding, a process that involves taking firm strips of natural rubber and extracting the latex protein. This process allows esa’s latex-free cup to maintain the handling characteristics of natural rubber. esa NL cups are designed to be softer, more elastic and with improved concentricity […]

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How does the cost of using esa disposable prophy angles compare to traditional disposable prophy angles and handpiece connections?

Depending on the disposable prophy angle that you’re using, esa disposable prophy angles may cost less, the same or as much as 25¢ more to buy. However, to properly compare esa to regular disposable angles using a nose cone connection, you must consider the cost of autoclaving the nose cone or straight attachment. When you […]

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Is ESA compliant in the 11 states where heat sterilization of semicritical items is required between all patients by their practice acts?

Yes, the low-speed hand pieces that the Esa disposable angle fits, Midwest® Shorty®, Rhino®, Star Titan® and Esamate® are all heat sterilization tolerant so they are in compliance. The states where the practice acts require heat sterilization between patients are: CA, FL, IN, KS, MO, MN, OH, OR, SC, VA and WA. More importantly, plastic […]

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Is the ESA Disposable Prophy Angle in compliance with current CDC Guidelines?

Yes, in the 39 states where their practice acts reference the CDC Guidelines, if a Semicritical item (dental handpiece) does not come in contact with mucous membranes or non-intact skin, it does not require heat sterilization between patients. Since the Esa DPA’s extended length prevents that from occurring, most practices use a plastic barrier on […]

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What low speed handpieces does the esa disposable prophy angle fit?

We offer two versions of esa disposable prophy angles: esa MW which works with Midwest®, Shorty®, and Midwest Rhino® motors and esa ST which works with the DentalEZ Star Titan® motor. These motors were chosen based on their having the largest installed base of users in the U. S. Dental Market at esa DPA’s introduction […]

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I notice NEXT rinses easier and splatters less than my other brand?

The proprietary formula of NEXT is designed to minimize splatter. Our customers have told us that their patients want a clean rinse before they leave the chair. NEXT will rinse cleanly and easily without using excess water. We’re all consumers and it only makes sense to send them home with a good taste in their […]

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What is the sweetener used in NEXT Prophy Paste?

Next uses a unique combination of both Xylitol and Sodium Saccharin. There, we offer the following Proposition 65 warning as required by California law. WARNING: This product contains chemicals know to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

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What colorants are used in NEXT Prophy Paste by grit?

Fine – FD&C Yellow #6, Medium – FD&C Blue #1 and #2, Coarse – FD&C Red #40 and Extra Coarse – FD&C Green #5 and Yellow #10. Again, if concerned about allergies to food colorants or dyes we suggest Nada Pumice Paste.

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