Table 1: Comparison of Digits and Numbers of Top 10 Angles Prophy Disposable
| Item | Individually wrapped | Handle colors | Cup designs | Made in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Patterson® Disposable Prophy Angles | Yes | Blue, pink, and green | Durable and flexible | USA |
| 2. Ésa® Disposable Prophy Angles | No | Nonslip grip | Not specified | USA |
| 3. Nupro® Freedom® Disposable Prophy Angles | No | Not specified | Soft cup, firm cup, and brush designs | Not specified |
| 4. Braval® Disposable Prophy Angles | Yes | Not specified | Soft cup | USA |
| 5. Vera by Young™ Prophy Angles | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| 6. Pivot® Disposable Prophy Angles | Yes | Not specified | NL cup | USA |
| 7. ProAngle® Disposable Prophy Angles | Not specified | Not specified | Latex-free cups | Not specified |
| 8. BeeSure® Disposable Prophy Angles | Not specified | 90° steady angle | Not specified | Not specified |
| 9. Sparkle® Prophy Angles | Not specified | Light-colored shell | Dark-colored soft cups | Not specified |
| 10. PerfectPearl™ Midnight Disposable Prophy Angles | Not specified | Not specified | Soft or standard cup | Not specified |
Table 2: Comparison of Important Features and Other Things of Top 10 Angles Prophy Disposable
| Item | Key Features | Additional Features | Price (approx.) | Ratings (out of 5) | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Patterson® Disposable Prophy Angles | Individually wrapped, Durable and flexible cup | Assorted handle colors | $35 | 4.8 | Online and in-store |
| 2. Ésa® Disposable Prophy Angles | 50% lighter than average DPA, Nonslip grip, Smooth and consistent performance | Not specified | $45 | 4.7 | Online only |
| 3. Nupro® Freedom® Disposable Prophy Angles | Designed to meet clinicians’ needs, Available in soft cup, firm cup, and brush designs | Prevents costly DPA breaks, Increases battery life | $50 | 4.6 | Online and in-store |
| 4. Braval® Disposable Prophy Angles | Webbed cup design that reduces splattering, Smooth performance, Latex-free soft cup | Individually wrapped | $30 | 4.5 | Online and in-store |
| 5. Vera by Young™ Prophy Angles | Compact head and slim neck design, Rounded head for patient comfort, Easy reach into the mouth | Not specified | $40 | 4.4 | Online only |
| 6. Pivot® Disposable Prophy Angles | NL cup design for deeper cleaning and polishing, Shorter profile cup/head for improved access, Nonslip grip | Individually packaged | $25 | 4.3 | Online and in-store |
| 7. ProAngle® Disposable Prophy Angles | Beveled gear design for improved performance, Ergonomic grips, Less splatters and better flares for subgingival access | 100% latex-free cups | $20 | 4.2 | Online only |
Top 10 Prophy Cups in Dentistry
1. Patterson® Disposable Prophy Angles
These DPAs fit all slow-speed Doriot handpieces.
- Individually wrapped and disposable to prevent cross-contamination
- The prophy cup is durable and flexible, reducing paste splatter
- Assorted handle colors (blue, pink and green) in each box
- Made in the USA
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2. Ésa® Disposable Prophy Angles – Midwest® Shorty™ and Rhino™ Handpieces
The Ésa™ Disposable Prophy Angle is 50% lighter than the average DPA, resulting in an immense reduction in hand and wrist fatigue at the end of the day.
- Comfortable nonslip grip that connects quickly and easily to the handpiece motor and delivers smooth, quiet, consistent performance
- Made in USA
3. Nupro® Freedom® Disposable Prophy Angles
NUPRO® Freedom® Disposable Prophy Angles are designed to meet the needs of today’s clinicians.
- 90° angles work exclusively with the Midwest RDH Freedom cordless handpiece
- Designed to prevent costly DPA breaks in the handpiece
- Increases battery life
- Available in soft cup, firm cup and brush designs
4. Braval® Disposable Prophy Angles – Braval
Braval® Disposable Prophy Angles have a webbed cup design that reduces splattering.
- Smooth performance
- Latex-free soft cup
- Individually wrapped
- Made in the USA
5. Vera by Young™ Prophy Angles – Young Dental Manufacturing
Vera by Young™ eases maneuverability and access during polishing with its compact head and slim neck design. Its rounded head adds patient comfort and easy reach into the mouth.
6. Pivot® Disposable Prophy Angles – Preventech/Preventive Technologies
Pivot® disposable prophy angles fit all slow-speed or do riot (straight nose cone) style handpieces. The NL or “non-latex” cups are not plastic and are designed to be softer and more elastic like the original Pivot, which is made from natural rubber. Better elasticity helps these cups reach deeper into hard-to-reach areas, allowing for more complete teeth cleaning and polishing.
- Works smoothly and quietly with less vibration, no noisy chatter
- Shorter profile cup/head allows improved access to hard-to-reach surfaces
- Nonslip grip
- Individually packaged
- Made in the USA
7. ProAngle® Disposable Prophy Angles – Pac-Dent Inc
ProAngle® Disposable Prophy Angles employ the same beveled gear design as ProAngle® Plus to ensure each prophy procedure only requires one angle to finish.
- Patented 2nd generation gear design
- Runs smoothly without overheating
- Ergonomic grips reduce potential hand fatigue
- 100% latex-free cups
- Less splatters and better flares for subgingival access
8. BeeSure® Disposable Prophy Angles – 90° Steady Angle – Cranberry
BeeSure® Disposable 90° Prophy Angle fits all standard-size handpieces and is used in prophylactic procedures.
- Made from 50% recycled plastic
- Latex free
9. Sparkle® Prophy Angles – Crosstex International
Sparkle® is a smoother running prophy angle with a brighter, more visible body and higher contrast soft cups. The patented 2nd Generation beveled gear design is vibration free, smooth running with no noise or overheating. Sparkle’s beveled gears are engineered precisely so that their pitch surfaces are mounted securely and firmly when engaged for superior performance. The nonslip contour reduces hand fatigue and micro-traumas.
- Dark colored soft cups have a better visibility and contrast with teeth
- Light colored shell for improved visibility in the mouth
- Perfect cup flare improves subgingival access
- Reduced splatter, which helps minimize cross-contamination
- 100% latex free
10. PerfectPearl™ Midnight Disposable Prophy Angles
The PerfectPearl™ Midnight series of colorful disposable prophy angles feature a contra-angle design, grip pad, and beveled gearing for clinician comfort during prophylactic dental procedures.
- Available in teal, purple or pink
- Soft or standard cup available
- Cup design reduces splatter with superior cup flare and interproximal access
- Latex free
