Discus NV Microlaser User manual

NV Microlaser &
NV Ortho User’s Manual
This manual must be read thoroughly and understood prior to using
the laser system. CAUTION: Using the controls and adjustments or
performing laser procedures, other than as specied herein, may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Introduction .................................................................................................................3
Intended Uses ........................................................................................................................................... 3
Product Description ....................................................................................................3
Laser and Charging Unit ....................................................................................................................... 4
The NV Microlaser™/NVOrtho™ .......................................................................................................... 5
Laser Power Controller .......................................................................................................................... 5
The delivery tips ....................................................................................................................................... 5
The foot-switch......................................................................................................................................... 5
Delivery System Specications ........................................................................................................... 5
Specications ...............................................................................................................5
Contents of the Laser Container ...............................................................................6
Unpacking the Container ..................................................................................................................... 6
Setting Up Your NV Microlaser™ ...............................................................................7
Laser Display Unit .................................................................................................................................... 7
Attaching the Lithium Ion Battery ..................................................................................................... 7
Disposable Laser Tips ............................................................................................................................. 8
Charging Unit ............................................................................................................................................ 8
Wireless Foot Pedal ................................................................................................................................. 9
Menu Options ..............................................................................................................10
Selecting the Laser Mode ..................................................................................................................... 11
Selecting Pre-Set Procedures .............................................................................................................. 11
Selecting the Beeping Volume ........................................................................................................... 12
Procedures Guide ........................................................................................................13
Hard Tissue Procedures ......................................................................................................................... 14
Using the NV Microlaser™/NVOrtho™ ......................................................................14
Continuous Wave and Pulse Modes.................................................................................................. 14
Continuous Wave mode ........................................................................................................................ 14
Pulse Mode ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Operating the Laser ................................................................................................................................ 15
Foot pedal Assembly .............................................................................................................................. 15
Table of Contents
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Base charger Assembly .......................................................................................................................... 15
NV Microlaser™/NVOrtho™ Assembly .............................................................................................. 15
Wearing Protective Eyewear ................................................................................................................ 15
Selecting the desired power ............................................................................................................... 15
Selecting a Laser Mode ......................................................................................................................... 16
Selecting a Pre-Set Procedure............................................................................................................. 16
Adjusting the Beeping Volume ......................................................................................................... 16
Test the laser before proceeding ....................................................................................................... 16
Perform the procedure .......................................................................................................................... 16
Discard the Tip .......................................................................................................................................... 16
Place the NV Microlaser™/NVOrtho™ Base Charger .................................................................... 16
Safety Considerations .................................................................................................16
Treatment Area ......................................................................................................................................... 16
Safety Eyewear ......................................................................................................................................... 17
Safety Signage .......................................................................................................................................... 17
Disposing of Fiber Tips .......................................................................................................................... 17
Labels, Signs, Warnings, and Safety Features ........................................................17
Labels and Signs ...................................................................................................................................... 17
Device Precautions ................................................................................................................................. 18
Warning Labels and Symbols ....................................................................................19
Safety Features ......................................................................................................................................... 20
Manufacturer’s Information ......................................................................................21
Calibration .................................................................................................................................................. 21
Sterilization ................................................................................................................................................ 21
Warranty Policy ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Repairs and Returns to Discus Dental, LLC ..................................................................................... 22
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INTRODUCTION
The NV Microlaser is a dental diode laser that can be used for many dierent
soft tissue procedures. Laser technology has enabled dentistry to provide less
invasive treatment for many dental procedures, both preventative and restorative.
The Discus Dental® NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™represents a new phase in dental
laser technology. With its streamlined design, you can perform a range of soft-
tissue procedures with ease, without worrying about ber management and
dealing with power cords. We designed the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ to be a
compact wire-free laser that makes your day-to-day operations more ecient
and productive. For a list of approved procedures, please refer to page 13. All the
controls you need are accessible on the handheld unit which is lightweight and
extremely mobile.
Choosing to integrate laser science into your practice yields many benets,
including increased patient comfort, satisfaction and more ecient dental
care. To get the maximum benets of laser technology, consider joining a study
group so that you can exchange tips and ideas with fellow professionals. It’s
also an excellent way to keep abreast of the latest procedures and technological
advantages. A great place to start is the Academy of Lasers Dentistry, www.
laserdentistry.org.
The Discus website, www.discusdental.com, also provides information on new
products, accessories, and educational assistance for you and your professional
sta. If you have any questions regarding the use of the NV Microlaser™/NV
Ortho™, please call our toll-free support line. We’re here to help.
Intended Uses
The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ is intended to be used for oral soft tissue
surgery, including: sulcular debridement of diseased brous tissue, i.e., excision
and biopsy; gingivectomy; gingivoplasty; lesion (tumor) removal; broma
removal; tissue retraction (troughing); apththous ulcers; gingival hyperplasia
(excision and recontour); crown lengthening; operculectomy; frenectomy; and
photocoagulation. In addition, the NV Microlaser™ /NV Ortho™ may be used for
periodontal procedures, including: laser soft tissue curettage; laser removal of
diseased, infected, inamed, or necrosed soft tissue within the periodontal pocket;
removal of highly inamed edematous tissue aected by bacteria penetration of
the pocket lining; and junctional epithelium.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The progress achieved in recent years in ber optics and diode lasers technology
has made it possible to have commercial devices with multi-watt output power in
the near-infrared spectrum.
Welcome to the NV Microlaser™!
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This laser technology is now being used in many areas of medicine and dentistry,
particularly oral surgery, arthroscopy, gastroenterology, general surgery,
dermatology and plastic surgery. The intended uses of these laser devices include
hemostasis, incision, excision, ablation, vaporization, and coagulation of tissue.
In dentistry, usage of laser devices ranges from cosmetic surgery to treating
periodontal disease.
As the dental laser industry grows, there is an increased demand for portable soft
tissue lasers. In today’s market, customers want a more portable laser solution to
avoid oce clutter and to reduce setup time. It has also become apparent that
a relatively low-power laser (2.0 maximum watts and 808 nm) covers virtually all
laser surgical requirements. The NV Microlaser™/ NV Ortho™ is the rst soft-tissue
laser developed as a handheld unit. It is wireless, lightweight, easy to set up,
simple to use, requires less power, and is cost ecient.
With NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™, Discus Dental® introduces a proprietary
adjusting module for coupling a diode laser with a disposable ber. Fiber accuracy
is better than 5mm and the alignment is extremely stable. A module with a
specic lens was developed in order to achieve such precision and alignment. This
design greatly simplies the ber management and setup of operatory time as
the ber is attached into the tip allowing this item to be disposable and simple to
use. No ber scoring is needed as the disposable tip is provided already scored to
decrease setup time and user’s error.
Laser and Charging Unit
The Laser and Charging Unit comprise the following major modules:
The laser diode assembly contains one single-emitter laser diode of 2.0 watt
output power (Class IV laser) lasing at 808 nm. The diode laser is directly coupled
to a lens and aligned to the ber optic inside the removable tips, using a 2 axis
alignment system (patent pending).
Charging Unit
NV Microlaser™
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The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ is designed to dissipate heat during normal
operation. The laser module is mounted towards the tip of the unit, which acts as a
heat sink during normal operation. The temperature is monitored by a sensor that
prevents overheating.
The laser power controller provides electric power to the diode in continuous
wave and pulsed mode. It supplies about 2 VDC and current up to 4A to the
diodes. The controller contains a high eciency DC to DC converter that converts
the battery voltage to the precise voltage needed for laser operation. This ensures
that the majority of the energy is used for light and not converted into heat.
The delivery tips with ber built in consist of 400 micron core multi-mode,
optical ber, and a precise alignment mechanism. The ber is factory installed into
the tip and requires no installation by the end user.
The foot-switch is a (UL-approved) commercial foot-switch that provides
hands-free ON/OFF capabilities. This switch controls initiation/termination
of laser power wirelessly using 2.4GHz frequency. (Note: some models come with
a shrouded foot pedal)
Delivery System Specications
The delivery system is composed of a disposable, one time use plastic tip with
an optical quartz ber built in. The optical ber diameter is 400µm attached to a
custom made steel connector that precisely attaches via a magnet onto the laser
aperture component. The magnet acts as a guide with a precise tolerance for a
unique t of the disposable tip on to the laser unit.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions of Charging Unit: ........2.7” H x 2.9” W x 8.0” L
Dimensions of Laser: ..........................6.9” L x 0.65” diameter
Weight: ...................................................1.9 ounces
Laser classication: .............................Class 4 laser device
Delivery system: ..................................Optical Fiber
Wavelength: ..........................................Laser 808nm ± 5nm
Maximum power: ................................2 Watts ± 20%
Beam divergence: ...............................617 mrad
Power range: .........................................0.1 Watt to 2.0 Watts
Pulse frequency: ..................................Fixed 10 Hz
Pulse duration: .....................................Fixed 0.05 seconds
Duty cycle: ............................................ Pulsed mode 50%
Continuous wave 100%
Audible notication: .........................Yes
Power requirements: .........................100-240 VAC @ 50 to 60 Hz
Current: ...................................................0.8 Amps
Battery: .................................................. Rechargeable lithium ion
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20 minutes continuing lasing time @ 1.2 Watts
8 hours stand-by time
Wireless foot pedal frequency: ......2.4 GHz
Foot Pedal Power source: .................AA Batteries (provided)
The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ complies with the following:
• IEC 60601-1
• IEC 60825-1
• 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11
• FCC parts 15 and 18 (47 CFR)
• IEC 60601-2-22
CONTENTS OF THE LASER CONTAINER
1 NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ Main Body
2 Lithium Ion Batteries
3 Pairs of Safety Glasses
1 Base Charger (cradle)
1 Set of Safety Keys (2 keys total)
1 Power Supply for the Charger
1 Wireless Foot Pedal
2 AA Batteries for the Foot Pedal
2 Boxes of 10 Disposable Tips
DVD
Warranty Certicate and Caution sign
1 User’s Manual
1 Basic User’s Guide
1 Pack of Carbon Film
Unpacking the Container
No special assistance is required to unpack and assemble the NV Microlaser™/ NV
Ortho™. However, if you have any questions or concerns, call the Discus Dental
Lasers toll-free support line at [phone].
Packaging should be inspected on arrival for evidence of shipping damage.
Damaged packaging may indicate the presence of unsafe product and it should
not be used until carefully inspected. If the package or product is damaged, the
product should not be used and should be returned. Product must be handled,
stored and opened in such a way that it is protected from inadvertent damage or
contamination.
Note: The shipping container has been designed to safely transport the NV
Microlaser™/NV Ortho™. We recommend that you keep the container in case
you need to ship the laser back for service or repair.
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SETTING UP YOUR NV MICROLASER™ OR NV ORTHO™
Assembling the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ is a simple process. The handheld laser
consists of three pieces: the display and laser unit, the battery, and the disposable
tip. You control the laser with the wireless foot pedal. When you are not using the
laser, it rests in the cradle/battery charger.
Laser Display Unit
All operations and procedures are conveniently located on the laser OLED display
unit. The red Power button turns the laser on and o. The Menu button allows you
to easily cycle through the various options. The Up and Down Arrow keys increase
and decrease the power. You also use the arrow keys to scroll through the options
when you are using one of the menus.
Attaching the Lithium Ion Battery
The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ comes with two rechargeable lithium ion
batteries, allowing you to always have a fully charged battery available. To attach
the battery to the main body, match the two pins (male) located on the main laser
body into the battery slot (female). Twist the battery clockwise until it rmly locks
into place. The battery should lock in place and stay rm without any play. The
battery provides up to 20 minutes of continuous operation at 1.2 watts of power
when fully charged.
When you rst unpack the laser, charge the battery for two hours or until the
indicator light on the charger becomes green. The battery must be fully charged
before initial use.
Selection UP Laser ON / Emergency O
Selection DOWN Menu / Selection / O
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Replacement batteries are available for sale at www.discusdental.com.
NV Microlaser™ battery P/N: LR1010
NV Ortho™ battery P/N: LR1011
Disposable Laser Tips
Each ber tip is protectively wrapped in its own package. The ber tips are pre-
scored and pre-stripped. Before attaching the tip, submerge it in a solution of
Cavicide® (or equivalent product) for 3 mins. The tip must only be used for a single
procedure and then properly disposed.
The tip slips easily onto the laser shaft, aligning on the ridges. The unit contains
a strong magnet, which snaps the tip into place and aligns the tip with the laser
aperture. When the tip is connected, there is visual verication indicating that the
tip is properly attached and the laser unit is on standby waiting to be used.
You can attach the disposable tip in six dierent positions, allowing the user to
reach dicult areas during surgical soft-tissue procedures.
NOTE: The disposable plastic hand piece tips are supplied non-sterile by the
manufacturer and must be discarded in an infectious waste container (SHARPS)
after each use. There is no re-use or re-sterilization procedure indicated.
NOTE: Steeply bending or improperly securing the ber tip may lead to damage
to the laser delivery system and/or harm the patient or user.
Charging Unit
The charging unit securely stores the laser unit and charges the batteries at the
same time. You can charge up to three batteries:
two in the dedicated battery ports and one in the resting slot for the laser.
NOTE: The laser comes with two batteries. You may order additional batteries
if desired.
Line-up pins with holes on battery
and twist clockwise to lock
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Connect the provided power supply at the back of the charging unit. The power
supply can be used in outlets of 100~240 VAC.
To store or recharge the laser, you must rst remove the disposable tip. Place the
laser at in the slot by tipping it slightly up and inserting the end of the battery
rst and then lowering it into the slot. Do not place the laser upright in the vertical
battery charging ports.
Recharging a completely discharged battery takes approximately 1 hour. The LED
lights on the cradle indicate the amount of charge remaining. If the light is red,
the battery is low. A orange light indicates an almost full charge. When the light is
green, the battery is fully charged.
NOTE: If incorrect power supply is used the charger will not charge, and
permanent damage may occur to the charger.
Wireless Foot Pedal
The battery-powered wireless foot pedal is composed of a supporting plastic
base plus the pedal which comes attached to the base. In order to power the foot
pedal, you must insert the provided AA batteries that came with the laser. Before
inserting the batteries, make sure that the laser is completely turned o and that
the laser battery is not attached.
1. Turn the foot pedal upside down to locate the battery slot.
2. Remove the lid and insert the batteries.
3. Close the battery lid.
4. To turn the foot pedal to the ON position, insert the safety key and
turn it clockwise.*
Battery
Charger
DOCK 3
Battery
Charger
DOCK 2
Battery
Charger
DOCK 1
Charge indicator light Low
Battery Charging Fully Charged
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Note: Turning the foot pedal Key to the ON position will not use battery life.
Note: Some models come with a foot pedal safety shroud.
Note: Keep extra AA batteries in your oce inventory because the battery should
be replaced after 100 hours of continued operation. During use, if the red battery
light comes on, the foot pedal batteries need to be charged.
MENU OPTIONS
You can control all operations by navigating through the menu/selection button.
Press the menu button to display the options. In addition, the same button is your
selection button to be clicked when you want to make the selection. The main
menu options are:
Press 1x to show - Laser Mode - choice of CW or Pulsed operation
Press 2x to show - Procedures - lists all pre-set procedures
Press 3x to show - Beep Volume - control the beeping intensity
To navigate through the options, simply press the menu/selection button. Within
each menu, you can view the specic options by pressing the UP and DOWN
Arrow keys. To make a selection, press the Menu/Selection button again.
Laser in use
Battery low Battery compartment
Key position*
OFF position
ON position
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Selecting the Laser Mode
Press the menu button 1x.
The display shows Laser Mode.
Move the arrow UP and DOWN to show your mode options.
In this case the rst option to be shown is Continuous Wave Mode. Continue to
click UP or DOWN to browse through the other modes. To make a selection, click
the Menu/Selection button again.
Selecting the Pre-Set Procedures
Press the menu button 2x.
The display shows Procedures.
Move the arrow UP and DOWN to show your procedures options.
In this case the rst option to be shown is Laser Troughing. Continue to click UP
or DOWN to browse through the other procedures. To make a selection, click the
Menu/Selection button again.
Press Menu once for Laser Mode Use UP & Down arrows for modes
Press Menu again to make selection
Press Menu twice for procedures Use UP & Down arrows for procedures
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After selecting a procedure, you can manually adjust the power settings if needed
by pressing the UP or DOWN arrows. The image below demonstrates the main
power screen after a pre-set procedure is selected. It happens to be a continuous
mode procedure. It also shows the battery is fully charged.
A list of all 8 pre-set procedures is shown below in the order that they are
displayed:
NV Microlaser NV Ortho
1. Laser Troughing 1. Cuspid Exposure
2. Class V Restoration 2. TAD Exposure
3. Implant Recovery 3. Gingivectomy
4. Gingivectomy 4. Frenectomy
5. Frenectomy 5. Recontouring
6. Biopsies 6. Operculectomy
7. Apthous-Ulcers 7. Apthous Ulcers
8. Laser Curretage 8. Canker Sores
Selecting the Beeping Volume
Press the menu button 3x.
The display shows Beep Volume.
Move the arrow UP and DOWN to show your beeping volume options (Low,
Medium, High).
In this case the rst option to be shown is Low. Continue to click UP or DOWN to
browse through the other options. To make a selection, click the Menu/Selection
button again.
Press Menu three times for beep volume Use UP & Down arrows for modes
Use UP & Down to control power output after a procedure selection is made
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PROCEDURES GUIDE
In order to better assist you with your procedures needs, we created a spreadsheet
to guide you with the most conservative power of the following procedures. The
settings shown below are for your guidance only.
Procedure Technique Mode Power
Abscess Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Apthous Ulcer Non-contact Pulse 1.4 W
Biopsy Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Contouring Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Distal Wedge Contact Continuous 1.5 W
Draining Abscesses Contact Continuous 0.9 W
Expose Teeth Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Fibroma Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Frenectomy Contact Continuous 1.1 W
Gingivectomy Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Gingivitis Contact Continuous 0.4 W
Gingivitis Therapy Contact Continuous 0.8 W
Gingivoplasty Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Hemostasis Contact Continuous 1.3 W
Herpetic Lesion Non-contact Pulse 1.6 W
Hypertrophic Tissue Contact Continuous 1.5 W
Implant Exposure Contact Continuous 1.4 W
Lesion Removal Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Operculectomy Contact Continuous 1.5 W
Ovate Pontic Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Periimplantitis Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Socket Treatment Non-contact Continuous 0.8 W
Sulcular Debridement Contact Continuous 0.8 W
Tissue Tag Contact Continuous 1.5 W
Tissue Welding Contact Continuous 0.6 W
Tongue Tie Contact Continuous 1.0 W
Troughing Contact Continuous 0.8 W
Vestibuloplasty Contact Continuous 1.0 W
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Hard Tissue Procedures
The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ is not intended to be used for hard tissue
procedures. The diode laser is attracted to melanin, hemoglobin and, to some
extent, water and oxygenated hemoglobin. Avoid prolonged exposure when
working in and around the cervical areas of the tooth. Because of the thin layer of
enamel in this area, the laser’s energy may be absorbed by the hemoglobin in the
pulp, and pulpal hyperemia may occur. Extended exposure to laser energy could
cause pain and pulpal necrosis.
USING THE NV MICROLASER™
OR NV ORTHO™
Continuous Wave and Pulse Modes
The NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ delivers laser energy in either a continuous
wave (CW) or as timed pulses. Selecting the appropriate mode is important for
controlling the temperature of the target tissue and using an ecient amount of
energy. The pulse duration (0.05 seconds) and the number of pulses per second
(10) are xed and use a 50% duty cycle. The duty cycle is the percentage of time in
each second that the laser is emitting energy. These settings cannot be adjusted.
NOTE: Because laser energy is attracted to melanin and hemoglobin, reduce
the power when treating patients with darker soft tissue. When lasing, avoid
penetrating or damaging the periosteum, and do not use the laser on alveolar
bone. Make sure that the ber tip has no shards. A shard can act as a miniature
scalpel and damage the small blood vessels, thus preventing hemostasis and
coagulation.
Continuous Wave Mode
When the laser is in Continuous Wave (CW) mode, the amount of power that you
set the laser to is the amount of power delivered.
CW mode is generally the fastest way to ablate tissues. However, heat can build up
and damage the target and adjacent tissues. Cool the tissues using periodic blasts
of air from a triplex syringe and high-speed suction. You may want to use water to
cool areas where there is prolonged exposure to the laser beam.
Do not use an air syringe when you have an opening in soft tissue adjacent to
or within the surgery site. An air embolism may occur as a result of air captured
within the tissue during the cooling process.
Pulse Mode
Pulsing the laser energy allows some cooling of the tissue between energy
emissions. The pulses per second, the duty cycle, and the energy intensity per
pulse determine the average power emitted. In pulse mode, the NV Microlaser™/
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NV Ortho™ is programmed to deliver ten pulses per second, with each pulse
lasting 0.05 seconds. This results in an average power that is 50% of what you set
the laser for. Therefore, when using pulsed energy, you must adjust your power
upward to achieve the same rate of output as the same power set in CW mode. For
Instance, 2 watts of pulsed power is the same average power output as 1 watt of
continuous power.
Operating the Laser
The following are the basic steps involved in using the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™.
A pictorial representation of all the steps shown below can be seen on Pages 7
through 11.
1). Foot Pedal Assembly
a). Insert the AA batteries (provided).
b). Turn the safety key located on the side panel to the ON
position (refer to Page 9 for illustration).
c). The green light indicates that the foot pedal is in standby mode.
2). Base charger Assembly
a). Connect the power supply to the rear panel of the base charger.
3). NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ Assembly
a). Attach the lithium ion battery.
b). Attach the disposable tip. You will see a verication on the OLED display
when it is properly connected.
c). Firmly press the red power button along side the OLED display. The OLED
display will light up, conrming the laser is on.
d). The display shows the power setting as 0.0W.
e). If the TIP symbol is displayed on the screen, it means the tip is inserted
correctly and the laser unit is ready to re.
4). Wearing protective eyewear
a). Wear the appropriate wavelength-specic (OD>5 at 808 nm) eyewear for
operator, assistants and patient.
5). Selecting the Desired Power
a). Click the UP and DOWN arrows to make your selection.
6). Selecting a Laser Mode (Continuous Wave or Pulse)
a). Press the Menu/Selection button until the display shows Mode.
b). Select the UP/DOWN arrows to nd the desired mode.
c). Click the Menu/Selection button to make your selection.
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7). Selecting a Pre-Set Procedure
a). Press the Menu/Selection button until the display shows Procedures.
b). Select the UP/DOWN arrows to nd the desired procedure.
c). Click the Menu/Selection button to make your selection.
8). Adjusting the Beeping Volume (Low, Medium, High)
a). Press the Menu/Selection button until the display shows Beep Volume.
b). Select the UP/DOWN arrows to nd the desired volume intensity.
c). Click the Menu/Selection button to make your selection.
9). Test the laser before proceeding
a). Always test the laser before inserting into the patient’s mouth.
10). Perform the procedure
a). While pressing the foot pedal, use short quick strokes at the lowest power
that you can to perform the treatment.
11). Discard the tip
a). When you are done, remove the disposable tip and discard in a biowaste
SHARPS container.
NOTE: The disposable tip is a one-time use tip and cannot be reused or
refurbished by any means. Attempting to reuse the disposable tip may
cause malfunction of the NV Microlaser™ device.
12). Place the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ in the Base Charger
a). When not using the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™, rest it on the base
charger. To prevent misuse, make sure the disposable tip is removed. Always
charge the NV Microlaser™/NV Ortho™ when the tip is not attached to the
laser unit.
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Treatment Area
Always use the laser in a well-lighted and ventilated area. The area around
the laser must be free of standing water. Chemicals or gases that could cause
combustion must not be present when using the laser. Use a high-volume vacuum
to remove the laser “plume.”
Provide high-ltration masks for all personnel in the treatment area. The laser
plume may contain viable tissue particulates.
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Safety Eyewear
The laser beam can cause eye damage when misused. When using the laser,
everyone in the treatment area must wear safety eyewear with an optical density
(OD) of 4 or better, which are designed for use with a 810 nm wavelength. The
laser tip should never be pointed directly at the face, eyes, or skin. The nominal
ocular hazard distance (NOHD) is 902mm. While wearing OD-4 eye protection the
NOHD is reduced to 9.2mm.
Safety Signage
When a laser procedure is in process, place a Laser in Use sign at the entrance of
the room to warn sta to be careful about entering. This warning can help avoid
eye damage caused by inadvertent exposure to the laser.
Disposing of Fiber Tips
Used ber tips and remnants should be placed in a SHARPS container. Sponges
used for cleaning up bers should be disposed of in a bag for contaminated soft
products.
LABELS, SIGNS, WARNINGS, AND SAFETY FEATURES
Labels and Signs
DANGER LASER IN USE
Each treatment area should have a “Laser In Use” warning sign posted at the
entrance of the treatment area. This signage serves to warn people not to enter
the treatment area without proper safety eyewear and protective clothing when
the laser is in use.
INTERFACE AND WIRELESS SIGNAL
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. The equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause the user to correct the interference at his/her own expense.
Device Precautions
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CAUTION! Changes or modications not expressly approved by Discus Dental could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment
CAUTION! Laser Radiation- Avoid exposure to the eyes or skin from direct or
scattered radiation.
CAUTION!This product contains no user serviceable components within the chassis.
Visible and invisible radiation may be present when the cover is removed. Do not
open the laser chassis under any circumstances.
CAUTION! US Federal law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a licensed
dentist. This product is for use by authorized personnel only.
CAUTION!Eyewear that protects your eyes from wavelengths other than 810 nm do
not provide proper protection for use with this laser. Damage to the retina or cornea
may be irreparable if exposed to direct, reected or scattered radiation. Always wear
protective eyewear when operating the laser.
CAUTION! Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than
those specied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
CAUTION! Do not attempt to remove the cover from the laser chassis for the
purpose of repairing the laser. Serious injury from electrical shock or laser radiation
could occur. Removing the cover on the laser chassis will void the warranty.
CAUTION! Avoid prolonged exposure of the energy when working in and around
the cervical areas of the tooth. Due to the thin layer of enamel in this area, the laser’s
energy may be absorbed by the hemoglobin in the pulp and pulpal hyperemia may
occur. Extended exposure to laser energy could lead to pain and possible pulpal
necrosis.
CAUTION! A risk of re and/or explosion exists when the LASER OUTPUT is
used in the presence of ammable materials, solutions or gases, or in an oxygen
enriched environment. The high temperatures produced in NORMAL USE of the
laser equipment may ignite some materials, for example cotton wool when
saturated with oxygen.
CAUTION! LASER equipment not in use should be protected against unqualied use.
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LABELS AND SYMBOLS
FCC Compliance Label
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference including intereference that may cause undesired operation.
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FCC ID: OUR-XBEE
IC: 4214A-XBEE
Aperture Label: FCC Label:
Caution Label:
Base Charger Label Foot Pedal Label
Laser Aperture:
Consult instruction
manual for use
Professional
use only
Caution
Serial
number
Do not use if
package damaged EU Representative
Catalog
number
Fragile
Keep dry
0º
50ºC
Temperature
limits Dispose of properly Manufacturer
Type BF applied part
Manufacture
date
SN
REF
EC REP
Pulse duration 50 ms
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