A high volume evacuator (HVE) device, for use in dental procedures, securely receives a threaded stem of a reusable dental mirror. The housing of the HVE device includes an axially-extending depression having a pair of parallel sidewalls, each of the sidewalls having a plurality of ribs oriented in a direction perpendicular to an axis of the housing. The ribs serve to retain threads of a threaded stem of a dental mirror. A passthrough opening is provided to permit the threaded stem of the dental mirror to pass from an interior of the housing of the HVE device into the axially-extending depression. The housing of the HVE device includes structural members that facilitate insertion of a dental mirror in a manner that direct the threaded stem toward and through the passthrough opening. The housing of the HVE device may also include intake holes to draw in aerosols other than through a mouth at a distal end of the HVE device.

A self-supporting tube can support an associated medical or dental device, such as an extra-oral aerosol suction device. The self-supporting tube can be configured as a high-volume evacuator tube for a dental chair system. The self-supporting tube can include a first end that connects to an HVE port of a vacuum collection cannister directly or through a U-shaped tubular fitting and/or the first end of the self-supporting tube can connect to an inlet of a high-volume evacuator valve, and the self-supporting tube can include an opposite second end that connects to the associated aerosol suction device. The self-supporting tube can include at least one lumen that fluidically connects the first and second ends. The self-supporting tube can further include a manually operated inline valve. The self-supporting tube can be disposable and can be formed into a desired shape. When connected to an HVE valve, the self-supporting tube can include an anti-rotational device. The self-supporting tube can be provided as part of a modular system including at least one flexible tube segment and the self-supporting tube connected together. The self-supporting tube can be connected to an associated support structure of a dental delivery system unit such as an assistant's chair by a sleeve. The self-supporting tube can be connected to a support arm extending from a stopper connected to an HVE valve cradle. The self-supporting tube can include an aerosol suction funnel formed as a one-piece structure with the remainder of the self-supporting tube.

A self-supporting tube can support an associated medical or dental device, such as an extra-oral aerosol suction device. The self-supporting tube can be configured as a high-volume evacuator tube for a dental chair system. The self-supporting tube can include a first end that connects to an HVE port of a vacuum collection cannister directly or through a U-shaped tubular fitting and/or the first end of the self-supporting tube can connect to an inlet of a high-volume evacuator valve, and the self-supporting tube can include an opposite second end that connects to the associated aerosol suction device. The self-supporting tube can include at least one lumen that fluidically connects the first and second ends. The self-supporting tube can further include a manually operated inline valve. The self-supporting tube can be disposable and can be formed into a desired shape. When connected to an HVE valve, the self-supporting tube can include an anti-rotational device. The self-supporting tube can be provided as part of a modular system including at least one flexible tube segment and the self-supporting tube connected together. The self-supporting tube can be connected to an associated support structure of a dental delivery system unit such as an assistant's chair by a sleeve. The self-supporting tube can be connected to a support arm extending from a stopper connected to an HVE valve cradle. The self-supporting tube can include an aerosol suction funnel formed as a one-piece structure with the remainder of the self-supporting tube.

A suction assembly, toothbrush, and method are provided that suction fluids and debris resulting from brushing. The suction assembly includes a housing configured to couple to the toothbrush so that a portion extends around sides and a back of the toothbrush head and is spaced from the toothbrush head by a gap. The suction assembly further includes a vacuum pump, a collection reservoir, and one or more conduits that couple the vacuum pump, suction head portion, and collection reservoir to apply a suction around the toothbrush head through the gap and deposit suctioned material in the collection reservoir.

An adapter for a tailpiece for a dental valve is disclosed which has a body having an exterior surface, a valve receiving end, a tailpiece receiving end, a lumen formed between the valve receiving end and the tailpiece receiving end, the lumen having an interior surface, an interior annular groove formed in the interior surface, and an exterior annular rib formed in the exterior surface, with the exterior annular rib being positioned near the tailpiece receiving end and the interior annular channel being positioned near the valve receiving end.

An adapter for a tailpiece for a dental valve is disclosed which has a body having an exterior surface, a valve receiving end, a tailpiece receiving end, a lumen formed between the valve receiving end and the tailpiece receiving end, the lumen having an interior surface, an interior annular groove formed in the interior surface, and an exterior annular rib formed in the exterior surface, with the exterior annular rib being positioned near the tailpiece receiving end and the interior annular channel being positioned near the valve receiving end.

An apparatus and method for removing amalgam and waste particles from dental office suction effluent. The apparatus includes an upper chamber and a solids collection canister removably secured thereto. Dental office suction effluent drawn through a dental suction wand enters the upper chamber along a lateral flow path above a substantially cylindrical internal wall portion. A gas component of dental office suction effluent changes direction by more than 60 before it exits the upper chamber through an exit port. A riser conveys a liquid and solids component of dental office suction effluent through a drain into the solids collection canister. A flow restrictor allows liquids and gases to exit the solids collection canister interior volume but prohibits solids from exiting the solids collection canister interior volume.

The Mobile Dental Intelligence Center (MobiDIC) will roll up alongside the patient's Bedside or Chairside where Oral Hygiene can be performed by the patient's Caregiver, with no need to have a sink or basin in the area. Using the MobiDIC the Caregiver will be able to brush the patient's teeth, rinse and suction the patient's mouth at the Bedside or Chairside; also the Caregiver will monitor the patients Vital Signs. The unit's unique cylindrical design makes it easy for the Caregiver to wipe clean and disinfect the unit. The air, water, suction and power supply hoses are internal to the unit reducing cord entanglement and trip hazards. The MobiDIC allows the Caregiver the ability to easily connect various medical monitoring devices including Intra and Extra Oral Cameras capturing images of the patient's mouth inside and the patient's general appearance. All MobiDIC innovations will facilitate assessing the patient's current general health.

A chemi-luminescent cheek retractor, wherein, the chemi-luminiscence is not localized to a specific location but the whole cheek retractor has multiple compartments to provide adequate and uniform illumination. Further, the cheek retractor is inflated with chemi-luminescent reagent and triggered by triggering agent thus allowing a chemi-luminescent reaction. The chamber is made of transparent heat resistant flexible material to withstand the heat generated during the chemi-luminescent reaction. An angular oris is lined with a reflective coating on the mouth facing surface to aid in better and uniform illumination; one detachable extendable flange is provided to abet attachments for providing multi-functionality, the purpose of detachable components is to facilitate easy cleaning and sterilization.

The a-flex assist arm is a device that attaches to any surface on a dental chair or hospital bed or in either case attachment to any surrounding surfaces in the dental office or any medical setting. It is designed to hold any suction device but not limited to just holding a medical or dental suction. The A-flex is essentially a third arm that can be used in any field holding items such as tools, instruments or devices.