Focus On FUNCTIONAL APPLIANCES 3M Oral Care 3m.com/ortho (800) 423-4588 Allesee Orthodontic Appliances Inc (AOA Labs) aoalab.com (800) 262-5221 American Orthodontics americanortho.com (800) 558-7687 Aqualizer by Jumar Corp aqualizer.com (800) 437-7869 Comfort Solutions Inc comfortsolutions.ca Information in this guide based on data submitted by product manufacturers. Orthodontic Products strives for accuracy in all data but cannot be held responsible for claims made by manufacturers. Product name What malocclusion does it treat? impressions? lab fabrication? For use before, after, or with braces? Forsus Correctors Fatigue-resistant device for corrections MARA mixed or permanent dentition and brachyfacial deep-bite cases PowerScope 2 Corrector RehaBite Physiotherapeutic Trainer Muscular myoarthropies (MAP), jaw imbalances No Yes No No No No Yes No No No With Before With With With Comfort Caps / Spring Caps Fixed or removable? Fixed Fixed Fixed Removable Removable adjustment after replacement? Is it a noncompliance appliance? Suggested treatment time Orthodontist s cost per case Special features Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Based on treatment plan Contact company Forsus Correctors require only one appointment for chairside installation, and the Forsus Wire Mount slides easily onto the archwire without the need for molar bands. 12 to 15 months on average, but can vary depending on severity of case and doctor treatment preferences Ranges depending on accessories; contact company The MARA can be used either before or in conjunction with braces. Its aesthetic look and compact design make it ideal for treating cases and patient acceptance. Different options and accessories are available. 4 to 6 months 15 minutes, 3 times daily; 4 to 5 hours apart Contact company $85 $3 The latest generation of PowerScope 2 features a one-sizefits-all design, wireto-wire installation, robust attachment nut mechanism, visual activation lines, magnetic feature for ease of installation, and can be used with both bonded or banded molar tubes. RehaBite is an innovative training device for home treatment and rehabilitation of muscle pain in the masticatory system. N/A 2 weeks, depending on patient s treatment requirement Comfort Solutions has manufactured soft caps designed from mouthguard material for the Crossbow appliance, Forsus EZ Module, Herbst screws, and ceramic and metal brackets. Any orthodontic patient who has suffered from discomfort caused by intraoral appliances will greatly appreciate the instant relief of these simple yet effective coverings. 30 ORTHODONTIC PRODUCTS / September 2017 orthodonticproductsonline.com
Focus On FUNCTIONAL APPLIANCES Dentaurum Inc dentaurum.com (800) 523-3946 Dentsply Sirona dentsplysirona.com/ orthodontics (800) 645-5530 DynaFlex dynaflex.com (800) 489-4020 Great Lakes Orthodontics Ltd greatlakesortho.com (800) 828-7626 Henry Schein Orthodontics henryscheinortho.com (800) 547-2000 Information in this guide based on data submitted by product manufacturers. Orthodontic Products strives for accuracy in all data but cannot be held responsible for claims made by manufacturers. Product name SUS 2 BioBite Corrector CS3 What malocclusion does it treat? impressions? lab fabrication? For use before, after, or with braces? The SUS 2 can be used to treat a variety of cases. and I Higgins XBow Class II Corrector malocclusions in children and adolescents No No Yes Yes No No No No Yes No Motion 3D Colors Class II Appliances With With With Before Before Fixed or removable? Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed adjustment after replacement? Is it a noncompliance appliance? Suggested treatment time Orthodontist s cost per case Special features Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes No Average treatment time is 6 months. Prescribed by orthodontist Contact company Contact company $70.99 One size fits all patients, reducing practice inventory. Easy attachment to archwire. Excellent patient comfort with flexible lateral movement of the lower jaw. Adjustable internal spring provides gentle and constant forces, including enhanced patient hygiene and reduced tissue irritation. Bands and tubes not needed attaches to the wire for use with any bracket system. Ball Joint Design allows lateral movements and sufficient opening of the mouth, improving wear and comfort. Multi-telescope design allows extended mobility. 6 to 12 months Exclusive Nickel Titanium Spring allows for light continuous force for both Class II and I cases. Can be used with brackets or with laboratory fabricated appliance. CS3 is sold in a 5-patient kit. 8 to 12 months, depending on the patient $187.55 without additions or Forsus Springs Great for distalizing maxillary posterior segments. An alternative to the Herbst. Kinder to the TMJ. 3 to 4 months N/A Available in blue, green, purple, silver, gold, multi, and clear. Sleek, aesthetic, noninvasive, direct-bond appliance. Establishes Class I occlusion at the beginning with no competing forces, when patient compliance is highest. 32 ORTHODONTIC PRODUCTS / September 2017 orthodonticproductsonline.com
Focus On FUNCTIONAL APPLIANCES LeoneAmerica Dental Products leoneamerica.com (800) 235-4639 NorthStar Orthodontics Inc northstarorthodontics.com (800) 346-0011 Ormco Corp ormco.com (800) 854-1741 RMO Inc rmortho.com (800) 525-6375 SML Space Maintainers Lab smlglobal.com (800) 423-3270 Product name Fast Back Distalizer Twin Block AdvanSync 2 3D Quad Helix Twin Block Information in this guide based on data submitted by product manufacturers. Orthodontic Products strives for accuracy in all data but cannot be held responsible for claims made by manufacturers. What malocclusion does it treat? impressions? lab fabrication? For use before, after, or with braces? Translation movement of molars correction (crowding, rotation, spacing, overbite, underbite, crossbite, open bite) Crossbite, arch widening or lengthening modification, and crowding No Yes No No Yes Yes Yes No No Yes Before Before With Before With Fixed or removable? Fixed Removable Fixed Both Fixed adjustment after replacement? Is it a noncompliance appliance? Suggested treatment time Orthodontist s cost per case Special features No No Yes No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes 3 months Contact company $231 Predetermined amount of pressure, dual distalization controls, unilateral or bilateral usage, choice of 200 or 300 gram force, monthly re-activation Approximately 6 to 18 months Originally created by Dr William Clark in the 1970s, North- Star s standard Twin Block includes delta clasps, ball clasps, and expansion in the upper appliance. Many custom design options are available. Skeletal malocclusions with normal maxillas, retrognathic mandibles, and deep overbites 6 to 9 months Early treatment 6 to 9 months Kit: Contact company. Customized: Contact AOA. Enhanced aesthetics and durability. Increased patient comfort. Eliminates compliance issues. Low profile. Reinforced spiralock threading. Advanced metal injection molding (MIM) technology. Available as a customized appliance through AOA, providing flexibility in crown and band selection and framework options. Contact company $99.50 A single fixed/ removable alternative to multiple removable appliances. Excellent for correcting crossbites in pediatric dental patients. Designed by Dr Rick Gallaher, the Rick- A-Nator is ideal for treating patients who are noncompliant or have difficulty wearing removable functional appliances. It can be used to effectively treat skeletal Class II malocclusions with normal maxillas, retrognathic mandibles, and deep overbites (where the AP correction needed is 4 mm or less). 34 ORTHODONTIC PRODUCTS / September 2017 orthodonticproductsonline.com