cavitron device at the dental office

Hello,

The study results are mixed.  Please see these links >>>

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20436099

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9474611

The inconsistency of the supporting evidence makes it difficult to offer authoritative guidelines on the use of ultrasonic dental devices for patients with cardiovascular implantable electronic devices. We suggest a practical, conservative approach to using such equipment in this patient population. All patients who have an implantable cardiac pacemaker or cardioverter–defibrillator should be encouraged to carry the manufacturer's identification card with them at all times. Oral health care providers should document the following in the patient's record: manufacturer of the device, model number, serial number, date of implantation and mode of operation.

Caution should be exercised when operating ultrasonic equipment and battery-operated curing lights near dental patients or health care workers who have cardiovascular implantable electronic devices. Based on the current evidence, it is recommended that use of magnetostrictive ultrasonic equipment be avoided on or near individuals with implantable cardiac pacemakers or cardioverter–defibrillators. At this time, piezoelectric equipment appears to have no substantial effects on these devices. Further in vivo clinical trials are warranted to determine the precise effect of ultrasonic dental equipment on cardiovascular implantable electronic devices.

Hope this is of help,  Lar