The dimensions of the chair are critical in determining the layout of the operatory. The dental chair will have all the other equipment such as the scaler unit, the portable dental xray unit, the RVG sensor, the intra-oral camera and LCD monitor, the suction unit, the air compressor and others surrounding it. The radius of movement of the delivery unit should be adequate and should not be restricted. Therefore it is important to plan the operatory layout and look for a dental chair with suitable dimensions.
Chair Upholstery
This can be an aesthetically appealing component of the dental chair which also has tangible functional benefits. When the dental chair has ultra-soft upholstery, patient comfort is exponentially increased especially during long treatments such as endodontic and implants procedures. Leather, rexine or polyurethane upholstery fabrics are commonly used in dental chairs. It is also advisable to understand and anticipate the cost and need to re-upholster the dental chair in case of any damages.
Appealing Appearance
It is important to understand and accept that “appearance does have an impact”. The dental chair is probably the first thing that patients notice when they enter your operatory. And this visual can definitely have an impact on the attitude of the patient towards dental treatment, as people generally develop initial reactions and judgments with their eyes. Take a look at the following two dental chairs, and gauge the initial impressions they might leave on a dental patient. Take a look at the following two dental chairs, and gauge the initial impressions they might leave on a dental patient.
Ergonomics
Erogonomics offered the dental chair must be given great importance while choosing one. It’s the place where the dentist and the assistant spend at least 8 or more hours in a day. Discomfort of the lowest intensity, if applied for a long period of time can prove to be detrimental to the body.
The Functionality Components Of A Dental Chair
Functionality can be defined as “the quality of being suited to serve a purpose well”. The functionality of the dental chair can greatly influence the efficiency of the dentist. Consider this, an experienced lumberjack might spend 2 hours sharpening his axe and be very good at using it, but his son who has a chainsaw is definitely going to able to complete the job faster.
The Delivery Unit
Dental delivery systems (mobile dental chair unit) come in various formats. Some practitioners might want a customized setup that increases their comfort and efficiency in dental practice. We’ll look at the two most common systems used in dental chairs – Traditional & Continental Delivery Systems
Traditional Delivery Unit
The traditional chair mounted delivery units are simple systems in terms of installment as well as functionality. They move to either side of the dental chair making gaining support from a hinge. These systems have a clean streamlined appearance and is quite space saving.
