The Sonendo GentleWave System creates virtually no aerosols during root canal treatment, according to the company.
Some endodontic instruments create a visible spray that can include particle droplets of water, saliva, blood, microorganisms, and other debris, Sonendo said. The GentleWave System releases virtually no aerosolized material into the air during normal use because it is a closed-loop system, the company explained.
The GentleWave System also enables procedures to be performed in one visit, further minimizing potential exposure to COVID-19 and other infection, Sonendo said. Most patients find the procedure to be comfortable and report minimal to no pain afterward, according to the company. Procedure instruments come pre-sterilized and are single-use, additionally minimizing the risk of exposure from one patient to the next, Sonendo said.
“The GentleWave procedure offers the latest advancement in root canal therapy. It provides efficient cleaning and disinfection of the smallest spaces in the teeth. This allows us to deliver an optimal root canal experience for our patients,” said Dr. Mark Limosani, DMD, an endodontist in Weston, Florida.
“During this time while patients may be concerned about COVID-19, it also minimizes their time in our office, and therefore the potential for viral exposure,” Limosani said.
“We wanted to bring patient care and outcomes to a new level by improving cleaning and disinfection of the root canal system. We are excited that this system also provides benefits in the COVID-19 environment by virtually eliminating the emission of aerosols and, hence, reducing the risk of virus exposure to both patients and providers,” said Bjarne Bergheim, president and CEO of Sonendo.
By using broad-spectrum soundwaves, advanced fluid dynamics, and accelerated chemistry, Sonendo said, the GentleWave System helps deliver optimal cleaning and disinfection to the entire root canal system. Unlike standard root canal treatments, the company said, the procedure can reach throughout the tooth, even in the microscopic places where bacteria can hide, and leaves more of the tooth structure intact.
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