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Function
Combines a bite block, tongue retractor, cheek retractor, and high volume evacuation into one product. Provides isolation of two quadrants on the same side the mouth. The bite blocks and tubing parts are autoclavable and the cheek/tongue retractor part is disposable. The product also provides protection from inadvertent trauma that may be caused by dental instruments and defense against possible swallowing or aspiration of foreign objects during treatment.
Overall Rating = 3.8 out of 5
Performance = 4
Quality = 4
Value = 4
Ease of Use = 3
PROs
– Initial investment is very affordable
– Portable
– Wide suction channels
– Strong suction
CONs
– Mouthpieces available in one size only
– Mouthpieces must be trimmed for the vast majority of patients
– No suction channels on the cheek side of the mouthpiece
– Heavy on the patient when attached directly to the HVE valve
Links
Manufacturer > http://www.zirc.com/Isolation-Evacuation.asp
Practicon Catalog > http://practicon.com/Mr.-Thirsty™-Try-Me-Kit/p/70-297230/
Do I recommend this product?
Yes.
Photos
Attached to the Kona Tube Kit.
Angle between the bite block and HVE valve is too much. This makes the weight of the HVE/tubing much worse.
Kona Tube Kit (or other tubing systems) makes the product more comfortable for the patient.
Mr. Thirsty attached to the Kona Tube Kit
Not trimmed (top)
Trimmed (bottom)
Disposable part of the bite block.
Disposable mouthpiece (untrimmed)
90 degree elbow fits into the bite block by inserting and then turning
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Can u let me know the seller/ distributor address/ contact number
https://www.zirc.com
Let me know the seller of bite block
Zirc.com