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Dental consumables (disposable)
Definition: Single-use accessories and supplies used during dental procedures to maintain hygiene and efficiency.
Synonyms: Disposable dental supplies; Single-use dental products; Chairside disposables
Dentistry / Dental
Definition: The medical specialty and industry focused on oral health, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental diseases.
Synonyms: Oral medicine; Dental field; Dental care
Medical device registration
Definition: Regulatory listing, clearance, or approval required to market medical devices in specific jurisdictions.
Synonyms: Regulatory registration; Device listing; Market authorization
Export compliance
Definition: Conformance with international trade, customs, and product regulations for cross-border shipments.
Synonyms: Trade compliance; Customs compliance; Regulatory export conformance
QC/QA (Quality Control/Quality Assurance)
Definition: QC verifies product conformance via inspection/testing; QA ensures systematic processes to maintain quality.
Synonyms: Quality management; QA/QC; Quality oversight
Micro applicator
Definition: Small applicator with a fine tip for precise placement of minimal liquid volumes.
Synonyms: Micro brush applicator; Micro-tip applicator; Dental applicator
Dental micro brush
Definition: A micro-sized brush designed for intraoral application of agents with controlled absorbency.
Synonyms: Microbrush; Micro applicator brush; Lint-free micro brush
Adhesive tip applicator
Definition: Hand tool with a tacky tip used to pick up and position small components or restorations.
Synonyms: Sticky tip applicator; Pickup applicator; Tacky tip tool
Adhesive tip
Definition: Replaceable tacky end-piece that grips small objects for placement.
Synonyms: Sticky tip; Tacky tip; Pickup tip
Bendable handle/shaft
Definition: Malleable shaft that can be bent to maintain a desired angle for access.
Synonyms: Bendable stem; Flexible shaft; Adjustable handle
Fiber shedding resistance
Definition: Design/material property minimizing fiber loss from the brush head during use.
Synonyms: Anti-shedding; Low-lint fiber; Fiber-retention design
Tip sizes: fine/regular/large
Definition: Standard diameter/capacity options to match viscosity and access needs.
Synonyms: Tip diameter options; Fine/medium/large tips; Size-coded tips
Capillary control/absorbency
Definition: Ability of the tip to hold and release liquids predictably via capillary action.
Synonyms: Fluid control; Absorbent control; Controlled wicking
Lint-free design
Definition: Construction that avoids linting or fiber release to keep surfaces clean.
Synonyms: Non-linting; Low-lint; Lintless design
Alcohol immersion/disinfection
Definition: Stability of the applicator tip after immersion in disinfectant alcohol without significant shedding.
Synonyms: Alcohol resistance; Disinfection stability; Alcohol soak stability
Mixing tip
Definition: Single-use static mixer nozzle for dual-component materials.
Synonyms: Static mixing tip; Mixing nozzle; Auto-mix tip
Static mixer
Definition: Mixer that blends materials using fixed internal elements without external power.
Synonyms: In-line static mixer; Static blending nozzle; Helical mixer
Mixing ratio 1:1
Definition: Compatibility with dual cartridges delivering equal volumes of base and catalyst.
Synonyms: 1:1 dual cartridge; Equal ratio system; 1:1 auto-mix
Mixing ratio 1:10
Definition: Compatibility with dual cartridges delivering a 1:10 base-to-catalyst ratio.
Synonyms: 10:1 ratio system; 1:10 dual cartridge; High-ratio mix
Helical elements
Definition: Alternating twisted elements inside the nozzle that divide and recombine flow for mixing.
Synonyms: Helix elements; Mixing elements; Spiral elements
Bayonet/connection interface
Definition: Standardized coupling between cartridge and mixing tip to ensure secure, quick attachment.
Synonyms: Bayonet lock; Twist-lock interface; Connection coupling
Color coding
Definition: Using colors to indicate size, ratio, or compatibility for quick identification.
Synonyms: Color identification; Color indexing; Color-coded sizing
Straight tip/conical tip
Definition: Outlet geometries enabling either direct flow (straight) or focused access (conical).
Synonyms: Straight outlet; Conical outlet; Straight/tapered tip
Air-water syringe tip (AWST)
Definition: Replaceable tip for dental 3-way syringes delivering air, water, or mist.
Synonyms: 3-way syringe tip; A/W syringe tip; Air-water tip
Disposable syringe tip
Definition: Single-use 3-way syringe tip to improve hygiene and reduce maintenance.
Synonyms: Single-use A/W tip; Disposable 3-way tip; Disposable air-water tip
With core/coreless design
Definition: Tip structure with (or without) an internal core separating air and water channels.
Synonyms: Cored/coreless tip; Dual-channel tip; Channel-separated tip
Anti-retraction
Definition: Feature preventing backflow from the mouth into the dental lines.
Synonyms: Anti-backflow; Backflow prevention; Anti-suck-back
Quick-connect
Definition: Interface allowing tool-free, rapid attachment and removal.
Synonyms: Quick coupler; Snap-fit connection; Fast-attach interface
Dental conveyor tip/irrigation tip
Definition: Slender tip for delivering materials or irrigants into confined areas.
Synonyms: Delivery tip; Irrigation nozzle; Applicator tip
Prophy brush
Definition: Bristled attachment for removing stains and plaque during prophylaxis.
Synonyms: Polishing brush; Prophylaxis brush; RA/HP prophy brush
Prophy cup
Definition: Soft rubber/silicone cup that holds prophy paste and conforms to tooth contours.
Synonyms: Polishing cup; Prophylaxis cup; Rubber cup
Prophy head/cap
Definition: End geometry or cap style optimized for specific tooth surfaces or access needs.
Synonyms: Prophy tip; Polishing head; Prophy cap
Root canal brush
Definition: Narrow brush for cleaning canal walls or internal surfaces.
Synonyms: Endo brush; Canal brush; Endodontic brush
Latch type brush (RA)
Definition: Brush with RA latch shank for contra-angle handpieces.
Synonyms: RA brush; Latch-type prophy brush; RA shank brush
Screw-in brush
Definition: Brush with threaded connection to an adapter or handpiece head.
Synonyms: Threaded brush; Screw-type brush; Screw-fit brush
Latch type cup
Definition: Prophy cup with RA latch shank for contra-angle handpieces.
Synonyms: RA cup; Latch-type prophy cup; RA shank cup
Screw-in type cup
Definition: Prophy cup with threaded connection for quick replacement.
Synonyms: Threaded cup; Screw-type cup; Screw-fit cup
HP type prophy cup
Definition: Prophy cup compatible with straight handpieces (HP).
Synonyms: HP cup; Straight handpiece cup; Lab-type cup
Bristle material (nylon/natural)
Definition: Material composition of the bristles affecting stiffness and chemical resistance.
Synonyms: Bristle composition; Nylon bristles; Natural bristles
Ribbed/spiral/soft-edge cup
Definition: Cup wall designs that improve paste retention and tooth conformity.
Synonyms: Ribbed cup; Spiral cup; Soft-edged cup
Debris control
Definition: Features that manage removal and containment of debris during polishing.
Synonyms: Debris management; Debris containment; Debris mitigation
Spatter control
Definition: Design measures to reduce splashing of paste and fluids.
Synonyms: Anti-splatter; Splash reduction; Spatter mitigation
Prophy paste
Definition: Abrasive paste used with cups/brushes for stain removal and polishing.
Synonyms: Polishing paste; Prophylaxis paste; Dental abrasive paste
Torque compatibility
Definition: Ability of an attachment to withstand and match the handpiece torque without slipping.
Synonyms: Torque rating; Torque capacity; Handpiece torque matching
Dental bur
Definition: Rotary instrument for cutting, finishing, and polishing tooth structure or restorations.
Synonyms: Rotary bur; Dental drill bit; Cutting bur
Tungsten carbide
Definition: Hard alloy commonly used for burs and precision components with high wear resistance.
Synonyms: Carbide; Tungsten carbide alloy; TC
Zirconia
Definition: High-strength ceramic for restorations and abrasive/polishing components.
Synonyms: ZrO2; Zirconium dioxide; Zirconia ceramic
Shank types: FG/RA/HP
Definition: Standard shank formats compatible with high-speed (FG), contra-angle (RA), and straight (HP) handpieces.
Synonyms: Shank standards; FG/RA/HP shanks; Handpiece shanks
Laboratory bur
Definition: Bur designed for dental lab applications on prosthetic materials.
Synonyms: Lab bur; Technician bur; Lab rotary tool
Mandrel
Definition: Shaft/holder used to mount discs, wheels, or polishing media.
Synonyms: Disc mandrel; Arbor; Mounting mandrel
Dappen dish
Definition: Small cup used to hold liquids or pastes during procedures.
Synonyms: Mixing well; Liquid well; Dappen cup
Medical-grade plastic
Definition: Plastics meeting safety and biocompatibility requirements for patient contact.
Synonyms: Healthcare-grade plastic; Biocompatible plastic; Medical polymer
PP/PE/PC/ABS resins
Definition: Common thermoplastics used for injection-molded disposable parts.
Synonyms: Polypropylene/Polyethylene/Polycarbonate/ABS; Commodity resins; Engineering plastics (PC/ABS)
TPE/Silicone elastomer
Definition: Soft elastomers providing flexibility, comfort, and sealing.
Synonyms: Thermoplastic elastomer; Silicone rubber; Elastomeric material
Stainless steel shaft
Definition: Corrosion-resistant metal shaft providing rigidity and durability.
Synonyms: SS shaft; Stainless core; Steel mandrel
Sterile/sterilization
Definition: Condition free from viable microorganisms achieved by validated processes.
Synonyms: Sterilized; Sterility; Aseptic state
Ethylene oxide (EO) sterilization
Definition: Low-temperature gas sterilization suitable for heat-sensitive materials.
Synonyms: EO sterilization; EtO sterilization; Gas sterilization
Gamma irradiation
Definition: Radiation-based sterilization using gamma rays for bulk disposables.
Synonyms: Gamma sterilization; Irradiation sterilization; Gamma processing
Biocompatibility
Definition: Ability of a material to perform with an appropriate host response in a specific application.
Synonyms: Biological safety; ISO 10993 compliance; Bio-compatibility
Latex-free
Definition: Free of natural rubber latex to reduce allergic risk.
Synonyms: Non-latex; Latex-safe; Latex-free formulation
BPA-free
Definition: Free of Bisphenol A per regulatory or customer requirements.
Synonyms: BPA-safe; BPA-free material; Bisphenol-A free
Food-grade/medical-grade certification
Definition: Documentation that materials meet applicable safety standards for contact with food or patients.
Synonyms: Compliance certification; Material certification; Grade certification
Cleanroom
Definition: Controlled environment with low particulate and microbial counts for manufacturing/assembly.
Synonyms: Controlled environment; Clean area; ISO-class cleanroom
Quality management system
Definition: Organizational framework for planning, controlling, and improving quality.
Synonyms: QMS; Quality system; Quality framework
Batch traceability
Definition: Ability to track materials, processes, and outputs by lot/batch number.
Synonyms: Lot traceability; Batch tracking; Lot genealogy
Sampling inspection/100% inspection
Definition: Planned partial or full inspections to verify product quality.
Synonyms: AQL sampling; Full inspection; Acceptance inspection
IQC/IPQC/OQC
Definition: Quality inspections at incoming, in-process, and outgoing stages.
Synonyms: Incoming/Process/Final inspection; Receiving/Line/Shipment inspection
U.S. FDA registration
Definition: Listing/registration of facilities and devices for the U.S. market.
Synonyms: FDA listing; FDA establishment registration; FDA device listing
EU CE certification
Definition: Conformity assessment enabling CE marking for sale in the EU.
Synonyms: CE marking; CE conformity; CE compliance
ISO 13485
Definition: International quality management standard for medical device manufacturers.
Synonyms: ISO 13485 certification; Medical QMS; 13485 compliance
EU MDR
Definition: European Union Medical Device Regulation governing device safety and performance.
Synonyms: MDR compliance; Regulation (EU) 2017/745; EU device regulation
Biocompatibility testing (ISO 10993)
Definition: Biological evaluation of medical devices according to ISO 10993 series.
Synonyms: ISO 10993 testing; Biological evaluation; Biocompatibility assessment
Risk management (ISO 14971)
Definition: Systematic application of policies and practices to manage device risks.
Synonyms: ISO 14971 compliance; Risk analysis/mitigation; Device risk management
NCR (Nonconformance report)
Definition: Record documenting nonconforming product/process and disposition.
Synonyms: Nonconformity report; NCMR; Deviation report
CAPA (Corrective and preventive action)
Definition: Process to eliminate causes of nonconformities and prevent recurrence.
Synonyms: Corrective action; Preventive action; CAPA system
Source factory
Definition: Direct manufacturing site (not only trading) controlling cost, lead-time, and quality.
Synonyms: OEM factory; Direct manufacturer; Primary factory
In-house production chain
Definition: End-to-end internal capabilities from raw materials to finished goods and QA.
Synonyms: Vertical integration; In-house manufacturing; Integrated production
Mold development
Definition: Design and fabrication of tooling for injection molding.
Synonyms: Tooling design; Mold making; Injection mold tooling
Injection molding
Definition: Process of forming plastic parts by injecting molten material into a mold.
Synonyms: Plastic molding; IM; Injection forming
Ultrasonic welding
Definition: Joining thermoplastics by high-frequency vibrations to form a solid-state bond.
Synonyms: US welding; Ultrasonic bonding; Plastic ultrasonic weld
Cleanroom (manufacturing)
Definition: Controlled particulate environment for production and packaging.
Synonyms: ISO cleanroom; Controlled clean area; Clean manufacturing
Drawings/specs
Definition: Technical documents (CAD/PDF/JPG/PNG) defining dimensions, materials, and requirements.
Synonyms: Technical drawings; Specifications; CAD files
Customized solutions
Definition: Tailored design/material/color/packaging to meet customer needs.
Synonyms: Customization; Bespoke solution; Custom design
Prototyping/sample approval
Definition: Pre-production samples built for validation before mass manufacturing.
Synonyms: Pilot sample; Engineering sample; Sample sign-off
Process validation/FAI
Definition: Evidence that manufacturing consistently produces conforming product; FAI verifies first-run parts.
Synonyms: PV; First article inspection; Validation run
Design patent
Definition: Intellectual property protecting product appearance and design features.
Synonyms: Industrial design patent; Design registration; Design IP
Appearance patent
Definition: IP focused on external look and aesthetics.
Synonyms: Design registration; Appearance design patent; Aesthetic design IP
Functional customization
Definition: Design modifications to achieve specific performance or use-case requirements.
Synonyms: Performance customization; Feature customization; Functional tailoring
Cost optimization/Value engineering
Definition: Lowering cost while preserving required function and quality.
Synonyms: Value analysis; Cost-down; Design-to-cost
Design change/version control
Definition: Controlled management of revisions to maintain consistency and traceability.
Synonyms: ECO/ECR; Revision control; Change management
Restorative dentistry
Definition: Discipline focused on restoring tooth structure and function.
Synonyms: Restorative care; Operative dentistry; Tooth restoration
Orthodontics
Definition: Field addressing tooth alignment and occlusion correction.
Synonyms: Ortho; Orthodontic treatment; Malocclusion correction
Periodontics
Definition: Specialty treating gingival and periodontal tissues.
Synonyms: Periodontal therapy; Gum treatment; Perio care
Endodontics
Definition: Specialty dealing with pulp and periapical conditions.
Synonyms: Endo; Root canal therapy; Endodontic treatment
Prophylaxis
Definition: Preventive cleaning to reduce disease risk.
Synonyms: Prophy; Preventive dentistry; Dental cleaning
Etching/bonding application
Definition: Surface conditioning and adhesive placement prior to restoration.
Synonyms: Bonding procedure; Adhesive application; Etch-and-rinse/SE bonding
Cavity preparation
Definition: Shaping tooth structure to receive a restoration.
Synonyms: Cavity prep; Tooth preparation; Cavity design
Irrigation
Definition: Fluid flushing to clean and remove debris.
Synonyms: Rinse; Canal irrigation; Lavage
Impression/occlusion
Definition: Recording dentition and bite relationship.
Synonyms: Dental impression; Occlusal record; Bite registration
Polishing/stain removal
Definition: Mechanical removal of extrinsic stains and surface smoothing.
Synonyms: Tooth polishing; Stain removal; Prophy polishing
Cross-infection control
Definition: Measures to prevent pathogen transfer between patients.
Synonyms: Infection control; IC; Cross-contamination prevention
Single-use per patient
Definition: Disposable use for one patient followed by discard.
Synonyms: One-time use; Patient-specific disposable; Single-patient use
