Microetcher II/ Microetcher IIA
Overall
4.6
Strengths
Operates well and is the only model with different angled tips for precise sandblasting anywhere in the mouth without unsteady hand positions or asking the patient to open uncomfortably wide. The IIA is totally autoclavable. It has a screw-on attachment for the powder reservoir, which is much more secure than the push-on design of its older sibling. It can even be used with a wet abrasive. The II is the least expensive and is more oriented toward use in the lab. Spring-loaded activation button allows you to regulate the pressure at which you are operating the instrument. This gives you maximum control over it and allows you to sandblast at a lower pressure if necessary.
Weaknesses
Tip choices can be confusing - be careful when ordering. The exposed spring that controls the activation button is difficult to clean.
BOTTOM LINE
Fit and finish could be improved, but they remain the most useful and versatile products in this category.
Operates well and is the only model with different angled tips for precise sandblasting anywhere in the mouth without unsteady hand positions or asking the patient to open uncomfortably wide. The IIA is totally autoclavable. It has a screw-on attachment for the powder reservoir, which is much more secure than the push-on design of its older sibling. It can even be used with a wet abrasive. The II is the least expensive and is more oriented toward use in the lab. Spring-loaded activation button allows you to regulate the pressure at which you are operating the instrument. This gives you maximum control over it and allows you to sandblast at a lower pressure if necessary.
Weaknesses
Tip choices can be confusing - be careful when ordering. The exposed spring that controls the activation button is difficult to clean.
BOTTOM LINE
Fit and finish could be improved, but they remain the most useful and versatile products in this category.
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