Move beyond just moisture control with Isolite, an all-in-one dental isolation system made to help you do better dentistry in less time
Dentistry may be constantly changing, but one thing is for certain: Year after year, DPS readers tell us they love the Isolite dental isolation system. Dr. Mike Glasmeier uses Isolite in most restorative cases, such as fillings and crown cementation, as well as extractions and implants. And while patients may initially find the device a bit awkward, they absolutely love the benefits it provides. Built-in high-volume suction removes fluids from both sides of the mouth simultaneously, while an integrated bite block with a rear suction port significantly reduces pooling.
“Many of our patients have had a rubber dam before, so compared to that, they love the Isolite!” Dr. Glasmeier said. “Patients report improvement with removing saliva much faster, and we always use it in sedation cases as it offers a tremendous safeguard for airway protection.”
Lighting the Way to Comfortable Procedures
Similarly, Dr. Salomon Maya uses Isolite for restorative work and procedures requiring bonding, such as aligner attachments. “We also use it for pediatric cases because it keeps the patient still," he said. "Isolite is our go-to because it gives suction, isolation, a bite block, and clear illumination.”
Speaking of brightness, Isolite provides shadowless illumination with multiple levels of white light and true amber cure-safe light for improved visibility.
“The illumination works great in a surgical environment in conjunction with my loupes to clearly see the threads of an implant or the margin of a crown prep,” Dr. Glasmeier said.
“I thought that the light on my loupes was an advantage,” Dr. Maya added, “but the light that the Isolite gives is a true game changer. This is especially true in posterior regions where I’d be working ‘in the dark’ compared to the illumination the Isolite provides.”
The benefits have been illuminating for Dr. Maya’s patients, too, many of whom are initially uneasy because they’ve never seen the Isolite before.
“After the first time, they are quite comfortable and prefer it because it gives them more suction control, less jaw fatigue, and less gagging, along with a smoother overall experience,” he said. That often translates to less anxiety on return visits; patients know what to expect and prefer the controlled environment the Isolite provides.
Like an 'Extra Pair of Hands'
Last but certainly not least is the time savings, with Zyris reporting that practices using Isolite reduce procedure time by up to 48%. “It allows the assistant to work more directly in the surgical field by irrigating the surgery site, evacuating blood, or retracting a flap,” Dr. Glasmeier said.
“The Isolite has definitely saved time during patient appointments,” Dr. Maya agreed. “Efficiency is greatly improved and the workflow is smoother. Many times, I can even work on patients without an assistant while using the Isolite. It’s like having an extra pair of hands!”
