Focus on Minor Tooth Movement Systems

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1 Accutech Orthodontic Lab Inc (800) accutechortho.com Allesee Orthodontic Appliances (AOA Labs) (800) aoalab.com Appliance Therapy Group (800) ApplianceTherapy.com ClearCorrect (713) clearcorrect.com Super Plus 2 Spring Retainer Simpli5 Spring Hawley ClearCorrect Clear Aligners Retainer Aligner system Aligner system Aligner system Wire and acrylic Proprietary material Acrylic and Nitanium wire BPA-free, medical-grade polyurethane plastic, and biocompatible and recyclable thermoplastic Lab Lab Lab Lab Part-time Usually 3 to 6 months for moving teeth, but depends on patient s cooperation 3 to 5 months 3 to 6 months Typically 1 to 1.5 years Approximately $80 to $120, depending on how many teeth are reset and the type of clasping Single/Dual arch, call for pricing $89 $595 for a Limited case; $995 for a Full case A mushroom-shaped spring on the lingual, helical springs built into the loops of the labial bow, and no palatal acrylic Simpli5 is your fastest, simplest, and most economical way to satisfy your patients seeking anterior cosmetic correction. adjustment needed anterior portion of the appliance is active until the four anterior teeth are lined up. Phase-based delivery system, lower lab fees, no midcourse correction fees, no refinement fees, patient models included for in-office replacements 86 OrthodonticProductsOnline.com April/May 2011

2 Clear Fusion Orthodontic Appliances Ltd (631) ClearFusionOrtho.com DENTSPLY GAC (800) minorthoothmovement.com DENTSPLY Raintree Essix (800) essix.com DynaFlex (800) dynaflex.com Clear Fusion Appliances MTM Trace Bracket MTM Clear Aligner In-Office EZ-Align Retainer Brackets and wires Aligner system Aligner system Fixed. Requires patient compliance for successful outcome. Clear vacuform thermal, orthodontic acrylic DENTSPLY s Essix Brand plastic, available in two varieties: ACE for nonbruxers, C+ for bruxers Raintree Essix,.030 Type A+ Lab Lab Lab Variable dependent upon professional opinion 12 to 24 weeks Aligners: Varies based on complexity of case. Retainers: Lifetime retention is recommended. 3 weeks per tray Comparable to traditional retainer cost $128 per Arch Direct Placement Option; $225 per Arch Indirect Placement Option Varies based on complexity of case $68 per tray Clear Fusion orthodontic appliances are suitable for long-term retention following conventional or aligner orthodontic. ncompliant, low-profile, self-ligating bracket; small, anatomical base for easy placement; gold clip facilitates wire engagement Aligners are activated using Dentsply s proprietary Thermoplier pliers. Gradual alignment of upper and lower anterior teeth through a series of aligner trays 88 OrthodonticProductsOnline.com April/May 2011

3 Forestadent USA (314) forestadentusa.com Gestenco International AB (463) gestenco.com (716) greatlakesortho.com Great Lakes Orthodontics Ltd Inman Orthodontic Laboratories Inc (954) inmanortho.com inmanaligner.com 2D Lingual Brackets Phantom 2.0 hybrid Smart Moves Invisible Hard/ Soft Aligner System Inman Aligner Brackets and wires Brackets and wires Aligner system Aligner system Fixed Fixed Ceramic with a metal slot and a polymer closing door 1.3-mm Invisacryl Hard/ Soft Material, 1.0-mm Invisacryl Hard Material Acrylic and wire Lab Lab Depends on the case 6 to 12 months for minor tooth movement Each aligner (upper/lower stage) 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the patient 6 to 16 weeks Call for pricing $200 $100 per stage ($50 per aligner) $ to $228 These brackets are extremely flat, providing ultimate patient comfort with eating and speaking, and they are user-friendly for doctors and staff. Hybrid clear, self-ligating lingual bracket with a fixed removable placement guide for simple direct bonding procedures; clear application for aesthetics Smart Moves offers exceptional seating and controlled movement, high predictability, and superior patient comfort. It is cost-efficient and highly effective. NiTi-driven lingual components that squeeze the teeth into proper alignment, then can be used as the final retainer that will last many years 90 OrthodonticProductsOnline.com April/May 2011

4 LeoneAmerica, a division of American Tooth Industries (800) americantooth.com Ortho Organizers (888) orthoorganizers.com PAR Orthodontic Lab (949) parortholab.com Reliance Orthodontic Products (800) relianceorthodontics.com Diastema Kit Maestro Low Profile Bracket System Bloore Aligner A2 Aligner Brackets and wires Brackets and wires Retainer Aligner system Fixed Fixed 17-4 Ph Dental-grade stainless steel wire and dental acrylic Tooth shade, light-cured composite; either dimple shaped or rectangular Lab Part-time 3 to 6 months 18 to 24 months A couple of months to correct minor tooth movement, 6 months more to prevent relapse As necessary, when necessary Call manufacturer Call for pricing Approximately $60 $3.50 per attachment Closes simple diastema cases. Harmonizes the enduring precepts of classic orthodontic design with state-of-the-art engineering. The eyelet springs allow for controlled minor tooth corrections. As a removable appliance, good hygiene is made simple. Can be used for retention and/or minor tooth movement. Two shapes are available: oval and rectangular. 92 OrthodonticProductsOnline.com April/May 2011

5 Ribbond Inc (800) ribbond.com RMO (800) rmortho.com TP Orthodontics Inc (800) tportho.com Ribbond bondable reinforcement ribbon Anterior Torquing Spring (Warren) Originator Clear Aligner System Retainer Brackets and wires Aligner system Fixed Ultra-high-molecular weight polyethylene fibers Green Elgiloy heat-treated.010-inch (0.254-mm) and.011-inch (0.279-mm) Light medical-grade plastic Lab Determined by orthodontist Varies by case Patients will wear each set of aligners for 3 to 4 weeks, or as instructed $12 of Ribbond material Contact company Price upon request The same material is used for single-appointment bridges, periodontal splinting, trauma stabilization, and large composite restorations. Applies continuous torquing action to individual anterior teeth. Each size is designed for a specific wire dimension. Quick 2-week turnaround so patients can begin quickly; no continuing education or minimum case requirements; moderate price point 94 OrthodonticProductsOnline.com April/May 2011