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For easier, faster, more thorough and more pleasant prophylactic treatments, there’s only one answer: KaVo PROPHYflex 4.
KaVo’s PROPHYflex air polishing devices are the ultimate solution for gentle yet effective prophylaxis.
The PROPHYflex 4 can be used for supra- and subgingival applications and boasts outstanding ergonomics and balance. Discover new heights of versatility and comfort for prophylactic treatments.
- High-precision air polishing device for effective, gentle cleaning with reduced powder mist
- Straight powder channel and KaVo Mixing chamber prevent blockages and simplify cleaning
- Perfectly balanced and lightweight, with a 360° rotatable grip sleeve for comfortable working in hard-to-reach places
- Flavour selection to suit the patient’s preference
- Simply attach to KaVo MULTIflex or Sirona coupler
Perfect ergonomics has never been so flexible ...
Want your daily prophylaxis treatments to be easier, quicker, more thorough and even more enjoyable during longer sessions? The KaVo PROPHYflex 4 checks all the boxes. It’s feather-light, perfectly balanced and ergonomically designed for comfortable working.
... and flexibility has never been so comfortable.
Because every hand, every treatment and every patient is different, the KaVo PROPHYflex 4 can be individually adjusted. Whether you are working in subgingival or supragingival regions, PROPHYflex 4 powder mist adjustment makes it easy to accomodate various treatments.
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Effortlessly disassembled for optimal hygiene, making cleaning and sterilizing a breeze.
The PROPHYflex 4 can be easily disassembled, cleaned and disinfected, as well as sterilized (up to 275* F).
Less powder mist.
You will be delighted with the adjustable powder quantities and constant, focused powder jet which brings precise cleaning performance and minimized powder mist formation, for an optimal hygiene routine.
Tough against stains, gentle to teeth.
Energy evenly distributed along the jet surface has two advantages: the more evenly the jet energy is distributed, the more effective the cleaning performance and the greater the protection of the tooth structure.
* PROPHYpearls abrasion compared to a competitor’s air polishing device using calcium carbonate. Shown on SonicFill™ composite.
Supragingival and subgingival applications
Two handpieces in one: Because every hand, every treatment and every patient is different, the KaVo PROPHYflex 4 can be individually adjusted. You decide, whether you’re working in subgingival or supragingival regions, whether to eliminate mild or severe discolouration and how long the handpiece should be. The power cannula removes even stubborn discolouration in no time.
Three color options are available:
- Flamingo Pink
- Wave Blue
- Lime Green
Powder containers sealable with cap: ideal for preparing treatments where the choice of powder needs to match the indication. Simply attach the pre-filled container and go.
Thanks to the three cannulas that are available and the 3-stage regulation of the PROPHYflex 4, customised treatment as well as a variety of clinical applications can be guaranteed.
The KaVo PRO PHYflex 4 won the Focus Open 2018 Gold award for its outstanding and future-proof design. The jury praised the way the handpiece balances in the hand and the fresh colours.
Supragingival
For ergonomic handling and well-balanced, stress-free procedures, choose the handpiece length that’s right for you.
Avoid powder mist using the homogeneous, focused powder jet which also preserves the tooth structure.
With three levels of adjustment, you can determine the cleaning performance yourself – from powder-free to maximum cleaning power.
Subgingival
Thanks to the bundled jet, you can work with extreme precision and, with marking in line with your WHO probe, you always have a perfect overview of the pocket as well.
Individually adjustable handpiece lengths provide even more sensitivity when cleaning pockets, particularly in subgingival applications.
The perio tip is for subgingival applications, but can also be used to clean implants, crowns and bridges, as well as eliminate discolouration on exposed tooth necks.
Equipment & Accessories
KaVo PROPHYpearls: For an all-round clean and gentle prophylaxis
- Indication: effective elimination of discolouration, plaque and biofilm
- Active ingredient: calcium carbonate with a particle size of 60–70 μm, biodegradable, no salt, sugar or gluten
- Highlights: round shape and a uniform size for optimum cleaning with minimal abrasion, 4 flavours and 2 neutral variants
With the PROPHYflex 4, you no longer need to change the device when switching from supragingival to subgingival treatment or for implant cleaning. Simply attach the perio tip, fill with Perio Powder, choose the right performance level – and you’re done.
- Safe, targeted pocket cleaning thanks to the stable, thin perio tip with depth markings.
- Excellent accessibility thanks to good visibility and a slim shape.
- Hygienic and multi application: each tip can be reprocessed for up to 10 cycles.
| PROPHYflex 4 air polishing device | Order number |
|---|---|
| PROPHYflex 4 Wave (blue) | 3.002.8000 |
| PROPHYflex 4 Lime (green) | 3.002.8200 |
| PROPHYflex 4 Flamingo (pink) | 3.002.8800 |
| PROPHYflex 4 S Wave | 3.004.5900 |
| PROPHYflex 4 S Lime | 3.004.5930 |
| PROPHYflex 4 S Flamingo | 3.004.5950 |
| Accessories for supragingival application | |
| Grip sleeve long | 3.003.0520 |
| Grip sleeve short | 3.003.2607 |
| Cannula | 3.003.1138 |
| Accessories for subgingival application | |
| PROPHYflex 3 Perio Kit | 1.009.3731 |
| PROPHYflex 4 Perio Kit | 1.011.9403 |
| Refill PROPHYflex perio tip | 1.010.0287 |
| Further accessories | |
| Cleaning adapter PROPHYflex 4 long | 3.004.6640 |
| Cleaning seal PROPHYflex 4 | 3.004.6658 |
| Cleaning adapter PROPHYflex 4 | 3.004.8509 |
| Cleaning adapter PROPHYflex 4 S | 3.004.8523 |
| Powder | |
| PROPHYpearls Calcium carbonate | |
| PROPHYpearls neutral 4 x 250 g | 1.010.1798 |
| PROPHYpearls neutral 80 x 15 g | 1.010.1826 |
| PROPHYpearls mint 80 x 15 g | 1.010.1828 |
| PROPHYpearls peach 80 x 15 g | 1.010.1829 |
| PROPHYpearls orange 80 x 15 g | 1.010.1830 |
| PROPHYpearls black currant 80 x 15 g | 1.010.1831 |
| PROPHYflex Powder sodium bicarbonate | |
| PROPHYflex Pulver orange 80 x 15 g | 1.007.0014 |
| PROPHYflex Pulver berry 80 x 15 g | 1.007.0015 |
| PROPHYflex Pulver cherry 80 x 15 g | 1.007.0016 |
| PROPHYflex Pulver mint 80 x 15 g | 1.007.0017 |
| PROPHYflex Perio Powder Glycin | |
| PROPHYflex Perio Powder 4 x 100 g | 1.009.3732 |
FAQ
In which cases do I need to remove the nozzle in the back?
In which cases do I need to remove the nozzle in the back?
The nozzle does not necessarily need to be changed. Unlike the PROPHYflex 3, there is only one nozzle available. This nozzle does not have to be removed for use or reprocessing.
In case of heavy clogging, the nozzle can be unscrewed using the rear of the key for the cannula. Afterwards, the powder tube can be cleaned from both sides with the cleaning burr.
Why is the powder stream not removing anything when on the lowest cleaning setting?
Why is the powder stream not removing anything when on the lowest cleaning setting?
The lowest power setting is almost powderless. It only pushes the leftover powder out of the handpiece. Therefore, this setting is not meant for the removal of discoloration.
This setting can be used to rinse leftover powder off the tooth. It also helps prevent clogging when rinsing the powder out of the handpiece after the use.
I always work with fine powders with low abrasion effects. Why do I get the feeling that the new PROPHYflex has less cleaning abilities?
I always work with fine powders with low abrasion effects. Why do I get the feeling that the new PROPHYflex has less cleaning abilities?
With conventional cannula systems, the powder stream is wider although its highest cleaning abilities is in the center of the stream.
With the PROPHYflex 4 cannula system, the stream is narrower, more homogeneous and gentler. This makes the new cannula system less abrasive.
If the abrasion is not high enough we advise to check the power settings. With the new cannula system, powders with higher abrasiveness can also be used, as even they become gentler.
Why do I need to put the reprocessing seal on the handpiece for proper reprocessing?
Why do I need to put the reprocessing seal on the handpiece for proper reprocessing?
The reprocessing seal redirects the cleaning media to the powder tube. Therefore, the seal must be placed on the handpiece to make sure that the powder tube is also properly reprocessed during mechanical reprocessing.
Can I reprocess the cannula and the holding part together?
Can I reprocess the cannula and the holding part together?
It is possible to reprocess the complete front part of the PROPHYflex 4 (cannula and holding part). This process has been validated and therefore is an option.
However, if there is a risk of there being a contaminated thread on the cannula (e.g. if the cannula has been screwed/unscrewed during the treatment), the parts need to be reprocessed separately.
Can I reuse powder if I seal the powder container with the cap?
Can I reuse powder if I seal the powder container with the cap?
No, the cap is meant to help with the preparation of the powders before the treatment. This way, different powders can be prepared and the treatment can be flexibly carried out according to the patient’s needs. The powder should not be reused because there is a risk of cross contamination.
The perio tips from my Perio Kit have been reprocessed 10 times now. How do I refill my kit?
The perio tips from my Perio Kit have been reprocessed 10 times now. How do I refill my kit?
A dedicated set is available to refill the Perio Kit. The Refill PROPHYflex perio tip (1.010.0287) contains 10 perio tips and can be used to refill the PROPHYflex 4 Perio Kits (1.011.9403) as well as the PROPHYflex Perio Kit (1.009.3731) used for the PROPHYflex 2 and 3.
Can I use powders from other manufacturers with the PROPHYflex 4?
Can I use powders from other manufacturers with the PROPHYflex 4?
It is not possible to use non-KaVo powders with the PROPHYflex 4.
When do KaVo powders expire?
When do KaVo powders expire?
The expiry information can be found on sticks, bottles and outer packaging, with the claim „Use by x years“.
- PROPHYflex Powder: 5 years
- PROPHYpearls neutral: 5 years
- PROPHYpearls flavors: 3 years
- PROPHYflex Perio Powder: 2 years
What lengths do the grip sleeves on the PROPHYflex 4 have?
What lengths do the grip sleeves on the PROPHYflex 4 have?
Two handle sleeves are included with a PROPHYflex 4 handpiece. The length of the “short grip sleeve” is approx. 3.7 cm and that of the “long grip sleeve” is approx. 4.4 cm.
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Care Instructions (PA)
Instructions for Use (IFU)
Product Brochure
Adapter overview PROPHYflex & RONDOflex
Downloadfor reprocessing the PROPHYflex 3 + 4 and fRONDOflex plus in thermal disinfectors
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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