Rating of the best dental units for 2024

Equipment plays an important role in dentistry. It affects the accuracy of a preventive examination, the correctness of diagnosis, and effective treatment. This is why the choice of dental units is so important for clinic owners. Let's consider what types they are, how to choose, where to buy, we will study the rating of the best in 2024.

Types of dental units

There are several classifications:

By the location of the patient chair:

• hydraulic;
• electromechanical (more reliable).

By the device of the dentist element:

• top feed of the tool;
• bottom feed of the tool.

By drive type:

• electrical;
• air (for turbine, laser handpieces).

By arrangement of the assistant unit:

• vacuum (with suction separator);
• injection (with compressor).

By location method:

• stationary;
• mobile.

Criterias of choice

Before buying dental equipment for a medical institution, it is advisable to highlight several important parameters:

1. equipment;
2. cost;
3. scope of use;
4. manufacturer.

Equipment

The complete set of the dental unit includes:

• patient chair;
• doctor block;
• assistant unit;
• lighting block;
• Control block;
• optional equipment.

Patient chair - performs two important functions:

1. patient comfort;
2. freedom of movement of the doctor.

The popularity of models depends on the fastening mechanism, material, options for changing position; anatomical design, seat upholstery, armrests.
For the manufacture of inexpensive models, a latex filler is used, in premium lines - a modern “memoriform” material that takes on the shape of the body when touched.

Doctor block - the basis of the dentist's workplace. Consists of basic tools located on a rigid or pantographic arm:

• water-air gun;
• turbine handpiece;
• micromotor;
• scaler for removing tartar.

If the doctor needs it, additional sleeves can be installed for instruments that provide full-fledged work (electrocoagulator, photopolymerizer).

Assistant unit - includes a suction system (injection or vacuum) and a valve body with the function of supplying distilled water, consisting of a spittoon bowl and a glass. Ceramic bowls with a rotating mechanism with manual or electromechanical rotation are considered more hygienic, easy to use, stationary glass bowls are installed in budget models. In dental units of the premium line, the assistant's unit is supplemented with other useful devices that facilitate therapeutic manipulations (a system for disinfecting water, supplying saline solution, heating, flushing the doctor's instruments). The suction system includes a saliva ejector for removing fluid from the oral cavity into the sewer, and a vacuum cleaner when working with dry abrasive materials. Also, on the assistant's unit, a control panel and instruments for dental manipulations in four hands can be located on a movable bracket.

Lighting block - includes a halogen lamp and a bracket for turning it and fixing it in the desired position.

Control block - pedals and control panel for the patient chair and instruments. In modern models of installations with a large number of manipulations and a range of movement of the chair in the vertical and horizontal planes, comfortable multi-key pedals are used.

Optional equipment - Increasingly, doctors use monitors with an intraoral camera to visualize the patient's oral cavity. You can buy at any specialized online store, they are sold with special mounts for the dental unit. In pediatric dentistry, monitors are used to view cartoons during treatment due to the presence of a USB connector and a Wi-Fi module.

The best option is an electromechanical model with double articulation, at least five positions, made of a durable, rough material that can be easily treated with detergent or disinfectant solution.

The cost

Budget (100,000 - 500,000 rubles) - high-quality, inexpensive dental units of Chinese, Russian production from cheap materials with a minimum set, a limited number of options, and a conventional design. Most often, they are purchased for medical institutions conducting therapeutic reception of patients.

Business Class (500,000 - 1,000,000 rubles) - improved in quality, higher in cost, with additional functions and tools, a convenient control system. Purchased for municipal hospitals with a large flow of visitors.

Premium class (from 1,000,000 rubles) - luxury models of exclusive design made of expensive modern materials, equipped with a computer, automatic suspension balancing, touch control pedals. The aesthetic appearance is due to the coating of polyvinylidene fluoride enamel. The set includes additional equipment:

• electronic support (programmed control of the patient chair, instrumentation, air pressure measurement, the ability to work for left-handed doctors);
• high quality upholstery materials, hoses, plastic;
• specific functions (auto-disinfection of hoses, air heating, additional pedals, display).

Due to the extended range of functions, they are used mainly for surgical procedures, dental prosthetics procedures.

Scope of use

When choosing, it is appropriate to take into account the profile of the doctor. Low-cost models of the minimum configuration are suitable for therapeutic examinations and treatment. A public hospital where the equipment load is excessive will require a higher quality, reliable business class installation. Surgeons and orthodontists use designs with extended technical data, additional equipment, and a large number of options required for special operations.

Manufacturer

Dozens of well-known manufacturers of high-quality dental equipment work in our country. The history of many goes back decades. When buying, it is important to consider the popularity of the brand, which is due to the reliability and reputation in the market. It is undesirable to choose a product of a little-known company, even if the manufacturer promises mountains of gold. Promises that aren't backed up by practical results are often just a marketing gimmick. Any reputable company gives an additional guarantee of product quality in the form of an exclusive supplier for each country. Buying from an official representative of a foreign trademark, you can be sure of the authenticity of the product, quality, and all accompanying guarantees.

Popular brands:

• economy class - Fengdan, Siger, Valencia, Ajax, Premier (China), Clear, Darta (Russia);
• business class - Castellini (Italy), Cheromega, Chirana, Slovadent (Slovakia);
• premium class - OMS (Italy), A-dec (USA), Ritter, KaVo (Germany), Takara Belmond (Japan), Hallim Dentech (South Korea).

Which company is better - the buyer should choose.

Recommendations when choosing

In the opinion of dentists, it is appropriate to follow some advice on what to look for in order to avoid mistakes when choosing.

1. Ergonomics of the design, it should correspond as much as possible to the individual characteristics of the doctor for comfortable work.
2. Manufacturer. It is important not to buy the first model that comes in, but to compare at least three from different manufacturers with an excellent reputation, supplied to the Russian market for at least 10 years.
3. Necessary equipment without unnecessary functions with a full range of options necessary for a specialist.
4. Safety, convenience for patients.
5. Compliance of the design, color scheme of the dental unit with the interior of the clinic.
6. If necessary, check the possibility of restructuring for children.
7. Reliability, maintainability, availability of spare parts, components, the possibility of service, warranty repair.
8. Compliance of the design, brand, design with the professional image of the doctor.
9. Studying dentists' reviews about a particular model will help you choose the most suitable one so as not to waste your money.
10. Mandatory certification. Without a registration certificate of compliance with Russian and European standards, it will be impossible to go through the equipment licensing procedure.
11. Warranty period and conditions. Carefully study the manufacturer's warranty obligations, which should include not only equipment repair, but also the cost of spare parts.

Review of the best dental units in 2024

Below is a rating of high-quality popular models from the best manufacturers, indicating the technical characteristics, functionality, advantages, and average prices.

The best among budget models

Clear - Practitioner

A specialized inexpensive Russian-made installation is ideal for an outpatient clinic. It consists of independent components:

• comfortable patient chair with backrest, headrest, armrests, movably connected, upholstery - seamless microporous fabric, convenient for washing and disinfection;
• lamp on a stand for bright illumination of the working area; additional LED wireless light for curing;
• autonomous medical module for 4 instruments;
• separate pedals for chair and instrument control.

Average price: 182,000 rubles.

• low price;
• high-quality upholstery of the chair;
• compact size;
• ease of transportation;
• swivel spittoon bowl;
• 1 year warranty for repairs and spare parts;
• can be ordered online.

• short service life.

Mercury 330 Standart

Cheap Chinese model adapted for Russian clinics:

• doubled the thickness of the chair's plastic;
• the bed is reinforced;
• adapted wiring.

Stationary installation with an electromechanical chair, which can take up to nine positions, equipped with two armrests, an articulating headrest (adult and child included). The seam padding somewhat softens the rigidity of the plastic. You can choose an option from leather, leatherette in six colors. The medical module is equipped with four instruments, a negatoscope for viewing X-ray images, and a metal tray. The hydraulic unit with a ceramic swivel cuspidor is powered by an independent water supply, but there is no hose disinfection system. The LED luminaire with a swivel mechanism does not have modes for adjusting the degree of illumination. The type of supply of tools to choose from.

Average price: 108,800 rubles.

• additional options can be embedded;
• low price;
• different supply of tools;
• ceramic swivel spittoon;
• autonomous water supply system;
• negatoscope;
• pallet for tools;
• always in stock;
• easy to maintain.

• hard seat;
• few options for upholstery colors.

The best business-class dental units

Darta 3500

The improved model of the Russian manufacturer is gaining increasing popularity thanks to high-quality components, reliable assembly, and durable materials.
The bottom-feed model with return-to-home chair features an attractive new design and:

• anatomical curves of the chair cushions;
• seat width increased by 10 cm;
• smooth mechanism for adjusting the position of the toolbox.

The chair has undergone a number of positive modifications thanks to the equipment of an adjustable headrest with comfortable double articulation, the use of high-quality wear-resistant Italian upholstery. The pneumatic fixation system works well, the wide range of upholstery colors pleases.

The valve body is equipped with a rotating ceramic bowl with automatic washer and glass filling. Installation with a digital intraoral camera with image display on the screen, mounted on a bracket.

Average price: 514,500 rubles.

• improved patient seat;
• intraoral camera;
• 19 color options for upholstery;
• swivel ceramic spittoon bowl;
• joystick for manual chair control with three programs;
• turntable with a folding steel tray;
• pneumatic fixation system;
• modern design;
• high-quality materials that are easy to disinfect.

• not identified.

Puma Eli R (Castellini)

The popular model that meets the quality standards of the dental equipment brand from Italy combines elegant design and functionality of electronics. For the most demanding specialists, the possibility of additional equipment is provided:

• LED lamp;
• monitor;
• touch keyboard with display.

You can find out how much this installation costs, you can order online on the manufacturer's website, and also ask a question about technical characteristics, configuration, and the purchase of related products. The set contains a surgical suture made of polypropylene, which does not dissolve after suturing, is not involved in the infection process, and can be easily removed if necessary.
The electromechanical patient seat with a built-in power unit is equipped with several programs for quick embarkation, disembarkation, return to the previous position, anti-shock system, easily reconfigured for children.

Detachable zippered padding allows quick replacement or cleaning. A transparent silicone cover in the leg area protects the upholstery from dirt and damage. The unit is equipped with a mobile hinged hydraulic unit with a removable swivel spittoon bowl and water supply taps. The metal flush and tumbler buttons are durable and comfortable. The treatment unit is optionally equipped with a pneumatic position lock option. The type of feed to choose from - top or bottom. The basic package includes:

• water-air-spray gun;
• turbine hose;
• hose for the electric motor;
• LCD display with negatoscope function, display of instrument parameters;
• position sensors.

The luminaire with a protective quartz screen with two levels of brightness is controlled by a button. The design does not require a fan for cooling.

The control system includes:

• foot portable pedal;
• chair control joystick;
• tool control keys on the touch panel;
• metal buttons on the assistant unit.

The advantage of the model is that it can be installed in any room in terms of design and color scheme due to a rich selection of upholstery colors: the manufacturer offers 17 options.

Average price: 718,200 rubles.

• large selection of upholstery colors;
• high-quality assembly;
• maintainability;
• antibacterial upholstery;
• good equipment;
• tap water purification filter;
• 17 upholstery colors;
• conversion of the child seat;
• convenient location of the components;
• different control options.

• high price.

Chiromega 654 Duet

Comfortable modern model at an affordable price of a popular brand from Slovakia. Equipped with a touch screen to select the operating mode for two doctors, when operating, the control parameters appear on the screen. Removable swivel tray made of medical steel for placing the necessary preparations, materials. The instrumentation of the medical department in the amount of five pieces is attached to the reinforced pantographic shoulder, the table is fixed in the desired position. The valve body is made of durable fiberglass with built-in hoses, distilled water tanks. The LED light can be easily switched on and adjusted by the touch panel: light intensity, rotation.

The right armrest is removable, seamless leather upholstery can be selected from twenty colors suggested by the manufacturer. The intraoral camera displays and captures the image on the monitor. The spittoon is equipped with a glass filling valve and a bowl washer. The design of the assistant's department allows you to turn on and off the saliva ejector, vacuum cleaner, polymerization lamp, control the patient's seat, rotate the valve body 90 °, giving the doctor a left-side approach. On the luxury pedal there is a slide for changing and fixing the chair position modes. You can control the joystick, touch panel.

The average price is 499,000 rubles.

• ease of use;
• 2 year warranty;
• multifunctionality;
• camera with monitor;
• touch control panel;
• work modes of two doctors;
• the doctor's approach from the left;
• high quality upholstery;
• reinforced pantographic shoulder;
• adequate price.

• not identified.

The best premium models

Skema 8 (Castellini)

Sophisticated functional design of the Italian brand: electro-hydraulic seat, full instrumentation, vacuum valve body. The vertical positioning range is extended to 45 cm, which makes the dentist's work easier. Patient comfort is provided by the seat: triple articulation, soft position adjustments.

Doctor block:

• equipping with a sixth tool to choose from;
• huge range of vertical positioning;
• top and bottom feed options;
• removable table with two trays and a silicone pad.

The hydroblock is equipped with water supply, disinfection and aspiration systems. The assistant unit can be easily moved vertically and horizontally on the pantograph arm.
The control panel with color display performs the functions:

• working hours of four doctors;
• control of tools, rotation speed;
• changing the position of the chair, returning to the zero position;
• blowing, rinsing hoses, rinsing mode;
• control of fiber optics, lamp;
• change of micromotor modes, seven programs in each.

The luminaire is securely attached to the installation, does not create a shadow in the work area, smoothly regulates the light flow, is equipped with removable handles, a protective screen.

Average price: 1 181 400 rubles.

• easy control;
• four years warranty;
• full equipment of the medical department;
• comfortable seat with several positions;
• left armrest;
• two water tanks in the hydroblock;
• viewing X-rays;
• control of modes of four doctors;
• durable eco-friendly upholstery material;
• equipment for different areas of application;
• full-fledged assistant department.

• expensive.

A-Dec 500

The ultra-modern device of the popular American manufacturer is read by a comprehensive database for a dental clinic thanks to its versatile equipment that will suit therapist, surgeon, orthodontist, pediatric dentist.

Seat pressure differences gently support the body, minimizing pinch points. The backrest design allows access to the patient's oral cavity at the desired height, which relieves stress and fatigue of the doctor. The upholstery in some places is less than 25 mm, the doctor puts the knees below the backrest, without worrying about the metal body of the seat.The headrest with two hinges moves synchronously with the patient's head; movements can be adjusted with one hand.

The average price is 2,295,000 rubles.

• versatile equipment;
• option for adding tools;
• comfort for patients;
• the seat design does not hinder the movement of the doctor;
• coating with polyvinylidene fluoride enamel;
• antibacterial soft padding;
• the convenience of the doctor's office.

• expensive.

The dental market is saturated with all kinds of equipment options. Dozens of brands regularly release new modifications of modern installations for therapeutic, surgical, orthodontic installations for dental treatment and prosthetics. Each clinic decides for itself which one is better to buy, which manufacturer to give preference to. The presented rating will guide you in the assortment, describing the best, in the opinion of buyers, dental units.