Hygiene Handpiece Delivers Day One Performance

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By: Dental Product Shopper
1/6/2026

Packed with thoughtful design details, the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece works smarter, not harder—boosting efficiency, effectiveness, and clinician comfort during prophy appointments

 

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Adopting a new hygiene handpiece is more than just adding another tool to the tray—it’s an opportunity to elevate comfort, efficiency, and the overall patient experience. The Patterson Hygiene Handpiece is meticulously designed to meet the everyday demands of hygiene appointments with its smooth operation, user-friendly ergonomics, and powerful performance.

 

When Lisa Juliana, a public health dental hygiene practitioner, first began using the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece in her clinic in 2021, it didn’t take long for her to realize that it made a noticeable difference during prophy care.

 

After just a few weeks, she declared, “I wish I could replace all of my current handpieces with this one.”

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Now, over 4 years later, Juliana continues to use this standout handpiece daily with children and adult patients in her public health clinic. “My experience with the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece has been a positive one,” she affirmed in 2025.

 

Perfectly Balanced, Smooth Performance

 

From the very first use, Juliana discerned that the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece was unique, especially when it came to balance and smooth operation. “I love how the handpiece is balanced in my hand and how smoothly it spins the prophy angle head. This allows for quicker, more effective plaque and stain removal and makes polishing heavy stain easier,” she noted.

 

As a result, Juliana said the smooth, balanced operation “improves the chairside experience, enhances clinical results, and improves productivity.”

 

Smart Ergonomics

 

Designed to work with clinicians—not against them—the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece’s spin capability combined with a lightweight ergonomic design helps keep hand, finger, and wrist fatigue in check. For Juliana, the handpiece is incredibly comfortable to use and really makes a difference in her daily routine.

 

“The weight is less than other handpieces, and its size does not require a tightly pinched grip, which decreases hand fatigue,” she explained.

 

Consistent Performance, Time After Time

 

Consistent performance over time is often the true test of any handpiece, and for Juliana, the Patterson Hygiene Handpiece has passed that test with flying colors. “It operates as effectively as any other handpiece I’ve used,” she said. “In fact, it is still operating as well as the first day that I tried it.”