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Setting the "Right" Speed

Speed Control At Your Finger Tips

Electric handpieces have multiple benefits, including but not limited to precise speed control and consistent torque at any speed. This means you can do more procedures with less attachments in less time. Below is an interactive image that provides speed suggestions for restorative procedures using common attachments from Bien-Air. Hover over the icons below learn more about our motor, attachments, and speed settings. To download this image, click here.

• The MX2 PLUS motor weighs in at only 76 grams.

• Has 3.5 NcM of consistent torque at any speed.

• Speed range of 100 - 40,000 RPMs

• The Low Speed Blue has a speed range of 100-40,000 RPMs with constant torque.

• Uses a latch grip bur.

• Works great for rotary Endo and all low speed procedures.

• The High Speed Red has a speed range of 500-200,000 RPMs with constant torque.

• Uses a friction grip bur

• The NOVA (pictured) has the smallest head size in it's class not requiring specialty burs.

• The PM EXT 1:1 has a speed range of 100-40,000 RPMs.

• Uses a straight type bur and can be used with a prophy attachment.

Almagam Condensing

  • 500 RPMs @ 100% Torque

NOTE: You can only run your attachments at this speed using the Optima INT and iOptima INT.

Almagam Polishing

  • 1,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

NOTE: You can only run your attachments at this speed using the Optima INT and iOptima INT.

Pin Placement

  • 2,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

NOTE: You can only run your attachments at this speed using the Optima INT and iOptima INT.

Prophy & Polish Gold and/or Microfils

  • 5,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Pin Hole Drilling & Gross Caries Removal

  • 10,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Adjust Temp Crown & Bridge

  • 15,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Deep Caries Removal

  • 20,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

General Cavity Prep Finishing

  • 35,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Chairside Trimming & Denture Adjustment

  • 40,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Polishing Interdental + Subgingival & Eliminating Almagum Overhang

  • 50,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Porcelain Adjustment

  • 125,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Final Crown & Bridge Prep Finishing and/or Bevels + Margins 

  • 140,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Cavity Prep Finishing Bevels + Margin 

  • 150,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Cut Retention Grooves and/or Occlusal Adjustments

  • 160,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque

Dental Reduction and/or Tooth Sectioning and/or Bulk Enamel Reduction

  • 200,000 RPMs @ 100% Torque
The Paint Brush Technique vs. Milling

This interactive lesson is part of “John Flucke Presents: The Electric Advantage” course. If you’d like you view this entire course, please register for a free account via Bien-Air Academy and enroll in this course.

It's Not Really a Technique...

In the video below, Dr. John Flucke explains how the technique many identify as the “paint brush” technique, is really more of a limitation, based on the design of air-driven instruments.

Milling vs. Paint Brush VISUALIZED

In the gifs below, you’ll see how the paint brush technique (or limitation) compared to milling, is much different. There are many benefits to this, listed below.

OVERALL BENEFITS

More Efficient

As we saw in the previous lesson, you get significantly faster cut when you use electric (even with a dull bur).

Less Fatigue

Bien-Air instruments are balanced to relieve the strain while holding a handpiece reducing fatigue.

Better Results

The ability to control your speed ultimately allows you more control for every procedure which leads to better outcomes.

This is the power of

We’ve slowed down the video above to showcase the power of milling. As you notice the bur keeps spinning and everything in it’s way literally disappears.

Getting Started with Bien-Air Products

The interactive content below is taken from our “Bien-Air Advantage” course. This lesson helps you get setup with Bien-Air, if you’re using it for the first time or just would like to learn more about our systems. If you’d like to take this entire course, please register as a dental professional.

Maintaining & Sterilizing Bien-Air Products

Manual Maintenance Contra Angles

This video shows you how to manually maintenance your Contra Angle attachments using the Spraynet and Lubrifluid.

Manual Maintenance Surgical Attachments

This video shows you how to manually maintenance your Contra Angle surgical attachments using the Spraynet, Lubrifluid and Aquarcare.

Maintenance Using the Lubricare 2

This video shows you how easy it is to automatically maintain your air and electric attachments using the Lubricare 2.

Maintenance Guide

Complete step-by-step instructions for maintaining contra angle attachments.

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Preventative Maintenance

Helpful tips to keep your handpieces running like the precision instruments they were designed to be.

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Learn More About Our Electric Systems

OPTIMA MCX

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  • Built for Restorative Dentistry
    The OPTIMA handles all restorative, crown and bridge procedures.
  • Single Motor System
    The OPTIMA comes with the MCX motor. Brushless, maintenance free, and designed for durability.
  • Easy Integration
    Seamless integration and a simpler "plug and play" installation on any existing dental unit.

OPTIMAINT

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  • Restorative & Endondontics
    Restorative, crown and bridge, rotary and WaveOne endodontics.
  • Dual Motor System
    You can upgrade the OPTIMAINT to a dual motor system to increase your efficiency.
  • Seamless Integration
    The OptimaINT can integrate into any existing dental unit via a professional installation.

iOPTIMAINT

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  • Multi-Specialty
    Restorative, crown and bridge, rotary and WaveOne endodontics, and surgery and implantology.
  • Triple Motor System
    You can upgrade the iOPTIMAINT to three motors to increase your efficiency.
  • Seamless Integration
    The iOPTIMAINT can integrate into any existing dental unit via a professional installation.
Learn More About Our Electric Handpieces
Click on the cards below to learn more about the BIEN-AIR NOVA and other restorative attachments!
CA NOVA 1:5

• Can replace up to three separate handpieces!

• Stainless steel body creates less vibration and more comfort.

• Ceramic anti-heat push button and anti-retraction valve.

CA NOVA 1:5

Reference: 1601138-001

Classic 1:5 L Standard

• An economical alternative to the NOVA series.

• Comes in Micro Series, and Standard size.

• Fully redesigned bur-locking and rotation drive mechanism ensures micron-precise concentricity and stability,.

Classic 1:5 L Standard

Reference: 1600690-001

CA NOVA 1:1

• 1:1 ratio with a speed range of 100 to 40,000 RPMs.

• Ideal for slow speed procedures.

• Anti-retraction valve.

CA NOVA 1:1

Reference: 1601136-001

CA Classic 1:1 L Standard

• Rediscover a timeless handpiece. With close to 30 years of existence, the durability of the CA 1:1 is beyond compare

• Accu-ChuckTM technology provides outstanding axis stability, eliminating noise and vibration.

• Accu-SprayTM system ensures better irrigation of the treated area, and safer treatment for your patients.

CA Classic 1:1 L Standard

Reference: 1600384-001

PM 1:1 EXT

• Designed to withstand the stresses resulting from repeated lateral pressure, while maintaining exceptional precision.

• Less vibration, quiet operation and tried and tested bur locking system.

PM 1:1 EXT

Reference: 1600052-001

CA ENDO 4:1

• The CA ENDO 4:1 attachment does rotary and reciprocating endo.

• Fully compatible with all endodontic files as well as "WaveOne Gold" (WaveOne® Gold is a registered trademark of Dentsply Sirona, Inc.).

CA ENDO 4:1

Reference: 1600955-001

CA ENDO 8:1

• Coupled with the MX2 motor, the CA ENDO 8:1 contra-angle has been specially designed for rotary endo with it's micro-head and lightweight design.

CA ENDO 8:1

Reference: 1600911-001

CA 20:1 L Implant Attachment

• Your ultimate implant attachment.

• Integrated, internal irrigation, which projects cooling fluid directly onto the drill shaft for precise and efficient cooling during surgical procedures.

• Comes in Standard and Micro Series.

CA 20:1 L Implant Attachment

Reference: 1600598-001

CA 1:2.5 Surgical Attachment

• Uses latch type burs.

• Easy handling and clear view of the surgical area thanks to the internally routed irrigation line.

CA 1:2.5 Surgical Attachment

Reference: 1601164-001

PM 1:2 Impaction Drill

• A best-seller in oral maxillofacial surgery.

• The optimal diameter and height of the PM 1:2 promote near-unobstructed intraoral visibility and make for a less invasive approach to extracting impacted molars.

• Use the PM 1:2 handpiece with Bien-Air's revolutionary iChiropro system to enjoy greater power control and patient data storage.

PM 1:2 Impaction Drill

Reference: 1600052-001

How to Use Our Electric Systems

OPTIMA MCX

This video shows you how to use the OPTIMA MCX. This system is great for those who are looking to enter the world of electric and/or only doing restorative dentistry.

OPTIMAᴵᴺᵀ

This video shows you how to use the OPTIMAᴵᴺᵀ. This system is a great solution for those looking to do restorative and endodontics procedures, chairside.

iOPTIMAᴵᴺᵀ

This video shows you how to use the iOPTIMAᴵᴺᵀ. This system is a great solution for those who looking to do restorative, endodontics, surgery, and implant chairside.

NEW! Learn About Minimally Invasive IPR

IPR Without the Headache

In this short video, you'll learn about the Ever Smile Smart IPR attachment that makes IPR easier, safer, and more efficient.

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