Is your saliva ejector tip or suction mirror loose, or in some cases, falling out of the saliva ejector (SE) valve? If so, here’s the simple fix for that problem. Most SE valves have a rubber tip on the end, and over time, that rubber tip gets worn out and can no longer hold anything tightly in place. All you need to do is replace that rubber tip, which is super easy to do. See video and photos below. If you have any questions or comments please share. And don’t forget to subscribe to the blog : ).
Mark Frias, RDH
Links
http://www.amerdental.com/saliva-ejectors/silicone-se-tips-each.html
Video
Photos
Saliva ejector tip inserted into worn out rubber tip.
Worn out rubber tip in place
Suction mirror inserted into a worn out rubber tip. Very loose.
New rubber tip installed
Saliva ejector tip with new rubber tip installed
Suction mirror with new rubber tip installed
Worn tip (left)
New tip (right)
End
I’m replacing old tubing from saliva ejector to the bottom of the vacuum trap,..is there an easy way to slip new tubing onto those male ports? I tried soap, not much help.
What do you think?
Also, any hints on working with the small tubings inside the service trays, etc, on dental chairs? Am I a clutz,..I always have a devil of a time getting those on and off!
Thanks, Norm
Try this lube https://www.amerdental.com/silicone-o-ring-lube-5-3-oz.html
Not sure about the small tubing.