The wand is a computerised local anaesthesia delivery device which is used to numb teeth. The traditional dental syringe has changed very little since its introduction in 1853. In the era of modern dentistry, it would seem fitting to use computers to deliver painless dental anaesthesia. The wand does this by using a computer to control the flow rate of the anaesthetic into the gum. The common assumption is that the needle causes pain when getting a tooth numbed up however the majority of pain is generated if the anaesthetic is injected too quickly. The Wand ensures that anaesthesia is delivered so slowly it is below the pain threshold.
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What is the Wand?
The traditional dental syringe has changed very little since its introduction in 1853. In the era of modern dentistry, it would seem fitting to use computers to deliver painless dental anaesthesia. The wand does this by using a computer to control the flow rate. The common assumption is that the needle causes pain when getting a tooth numbed up however the majority of pain is generated if the anaesthetic is injected too quickly. The Wand ensures that anaesthesia is delivered so slowly it is below the pain threshold.
What are the advantages of the Wand over the traditional dental Syringe?
- Pain Free Injections.
- Doesn’t look like traditional anaesthetic syringe.
- Does not numb lips or tongue.
- You can smile, talk and eat as normal immediately after treatment.
- Uses much less anaesthetic than traditional methods.
Is the Wand covered by the NHS?
Unfortunately, the wand is not covered by the NHS however if you are registered as an NHS patient you can pay an additional charge to use the wand for your treatment.There is no additional charge for Denplan patients.
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