Handpiece Converter

A handpiece converter is a small but essential adapter used in dentistry to connect dental handpieces with different connection types to the dental unit’s tubing. 1 The most common type of conversion is between 2-hole (Borden) and 4-hole (Midwest) connections. This allows dental professionals to utilize a wider variety of handpieces with their existing dental unit, regardless of the original hose configuration. By bridging this compatibility gap, handpiece converters offer a cost-effective solution, preventing the need to purchase new handpieces or reconfigure the entire dental unit. They ensure flexibility and convenience in the dental operatory, allowing practitioners to easily switch between different handpiece types as needed for various clinical procedures.