The dental chair plays a significant role in making dentistry procedures easy and comfortable for both patients and dentists. Aside from basic functions like seat height and headrest position adjustment, modern dental chairs feature various special objects to assist the Dentist with a variety of tasks, such as operating lights, foot controls, spittoon bowls, etc.

One of the most important considerations when buying a dental chair is its build quality. The chair is going to be subjected to a lot of wear and tear during its lifetime, so it needs to be sturdy enough to withstand the rigours of daily use and cleaning. Look for metals and heavy, pressure-formed plastics that are built to last.

Another factor is how much space the chair can accommodate. Consider the number of appointments you typically expect to see on a busy day, as well as the possibility of spouses, children or “others” who may require additional seating. You can then select a dental chair with the right amount of seat capacity for your practice.

Finally, look for a dental chair that is compatible with your treatment center’s compressed air supply system. Most dental equipment will require between 8 and 10 bar of air pressure at the tank outlet, so it’s essential that the patient chair can be connected to a compressor that can bring down this pressure to an appropriate level for the particular piece of equipment. This will prevent the risk of damage to the chair, and will ensure a smooth operation throughout its service life.