Keep Your FirstClass Scan Clean & Well-Maintained

As you improve your patients’ teeth with our clear aligners, it’s important to keep your FirstClass Scan clean and well-maintained for the best results possible. In order to get high-quality scans for your patients interested in our aligners and teeth straightening, you’ll need to thoroughly clean your devices.

Techniques to Clean & Maintain Your Teeth Scanner

When it comes to cleaning your teeth scanner, we have several tips to ensure a deep and successful clean for the protection of your device and patients. As you clean your FirstClass Scan, consider the following steps throughout the cleaning process:

Follow applicable safety protection provisions.
Carefully read the material safety data list of each detergent.
Carefully read the operation and maintenance instructions of all sterilization equipment.
Prevent liquid from splashing on the device during cleaning.

In addition to these vital cleaning instructions, we also recommend the following tips to avoid damage to your FirstClass Scan device:

Clean the equipment according to demands before being used for the first time.
To prevent equipment damage, refer to data provided by the manufacturer in case of any questions about detergent.
Do not use organic, halogenated, or petroleum-based solvents, glass cleaners, acetone, or other irrational detergents.
Do not use abrasive detergent (e.g., silver wool, silver polish, or detergent)
Keep liquid away from electronic members.
Prevent liquid from permeating the equipment shell.
The ph value of the detergent shall be within 7.0 - 10.5.
Turn off the power before cleaning.
Wear gloves to clean and sterilize the device.

If your device requires a deep clean, you may also clean the device’s surface with a wet, soft cloth, and if necessary, clean it with 75% medical alcohol.

For more information on cleaning techniques for your FirstClass Scan, contact us today!

How to Sterilize Your Scanning Tips

Not only do you need to cleanse your dental scanner, but it is also important to make sure your scanning tips are properly sanitized before each new scan for the safety of your and your patients. As you clean your scanning tips, remember to:

1. Hold the main part of the device to pull out the scanning tip.

2. Install a sterilized scanning tip on the device.

As you clean your FirstClass Scan, you’ll want to consider both high-temperature sterilization and O-benzaldehyde disinfection for the safest and most detailed cleans with each use.

High-Temperature Sterilization

01

Clean a scanning tip with clean or soapy water. Check the scanning mirror and make sure it is free of stains. Dry the scanning tip with an air gun.

02

Put the scanning tip into a sterilizing bag and then seal the sterilizing bag.

03

Put the wrapped scanning tips into the sterilizer, and select the 121-sterilization process to sterilize at 121°C for at least 45 minutes.

04

After sterilizing, take the scan tips out of the sterilizer for storage.

O-benzaldehyde Disinfectant

01

Clean a scanning tip with clean water or soapy water. Check its scanning mirror and make sure it has no stain or milky mist. Dry the mirror with clean tissues.

02

Use O-benzaldehyde disinfectant to sterilize the scanning tip for at least 20 minutes. For details, please refer to the O-benzaldehyde disinfectant’s user manual.

03

Take out the scan tip from the O-benzaldehyde disinfectant and clean it with clean water. For details, please refer to the o-benzaldehyde disinfectant’s user manual.

04

Dry the scan tip. Use a sterile and non-abrasive cloth or tissues to dry the scanner tip.