Slim, angled like a dental mirror- lightweight, high port velocity, ergonomic, swivel feature makes it easy to navigate the mouth following the aerosol geneerating tip. It also works well for strong retraction with clear indirect vision so you don't have to stop to pick up your mouth mirror to view an area you just went over.
We have performed scientific timed water tests to demonstrate high volume capacity. We have measured Cubic feet per minute (CFM) in airflow volume of our Mirror head along side a standard HVE tip speed and CFM volume and they are virtually the same speed. This was done with our Mirror directly plugged into and HVE valve. Note*** When our mirror is used with an added ergonomic hose, the speed is about 2 seconds slower due to the extra 5 feet of hose length the water has to travel through. A small trade off for easier ergonomics. The wide hole pattern footprint on the mirror head offers a wider air path likened to a "Catchers mitt" which better captures aerosols.
The bigger the bore, the lower the "pick up' power
or "Velocity" which could increase the chance of regurgitation in some offices. YOU NEED BOTH HIGH VOLUME AND HIGH VELOCITY.
The mirror face coin can be easily removed with a special Key which when inserted in the mirror handle end, enables the scratched coin to lift out of the mirror head. A new mirror coin can then be easily snapped into place. See our video demonstration called ”Replacing the Mirror face.” on our website or review our USER GUIDE listed under the Support Tab.
This happens due to a residue coating left from the manufacturing of the new mirror coin, lip products which can smear on the mirror from patient’s mouths and also from residues which come from sterilization when the mirror has not been cleaned and rinsed adequately. Removing these residues is the most important routine step.
Wiping mirror face with alcohol is needed to clear residues off the surface. Using Nu-bird Mirror clearing granules by sprinkling onto a wet mirror face creates a surfactant which helps to break up the water surface tension. This keeps the water from beading and provides clear viewing through an entire procedure.
We recommend adding an additional saliva ejector angled to rest in the back of the mouth between the tongue and retro-molar pad to help prevent choking and gagging from any excess water that makes its way to the back of the mouth.
We also recommend telling your patient not to breathe though their mouth when you are using ultrasonic devices because they may aspirate vapor aerosols which can cause them to choke or cough.
We invisioned every possible secenario hygienists needed to fulfill the list of demands and wanted to create an absolute dream instrument to use to help make their work load easier, more ergonomic with better time management.
Two main differences: The Stainless model is built using surgical stainless steel which is industrial and designed to last a career and has lifetime warranty against mfg.defects. The Raven mirror is our light weight series which is easier and lower cost to manufacture. Not as labor intensive as the stainless model. This model has a long life as well but designed more for hygienists to use with ultrasonic units and who require the ultra lightweight for ergonomics. Dental burs could scratch finish more easily than the stainless model if used by dentists for restorative procedures.
Our Nu-bird DC direct connect mirror is versatile and plugs directly into the high volume suction evacuator port. Perfect for chair side assisting. We now have a new "Heron DC" model which now has a swivel feature making it much more ergonomic to use with standard HVE valve.
For practicioners who work alone, we recommend our regular HVE mirrors, the Stainless and the Raven mirrors to be used with our Ergonomic HV hose which reduces repetetive strain on wrist and arm.
Sterilization Cycle | Minimum Temperature | Minimum Cycle Minutes |
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Gravity Steam
- Silver Raven Mirror - Stainless Steel Mirror |
121°C (250°F) | 30 Minutes |
Pre-Vacuum Steam (Dynamic)
- Silver Raven Mirror |
132°C (270°F) | 4 Minutes |