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Theoretical and practical course to learn the technological, digital and practical process of producing in-office clear aligners for minor tooth movements.
*Only available at participating dealers and only for the Clear Collection Instruments. Terms and conditions apply.
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Dr Rafi Romano, in Tel Aviv private practice, with thousands of invisible aligner cases experience, is an Active Member or the European Academy of Esthetic Dentistry –EAED and the American Association of Orthodontists –AAO and serves as its Ambassador in Israel, and member of the World Federation of Orthodontists –WFO.
He has edited 5 international books on orthodontics and lectures on esthetic orthodontics and inter-disciplinary treatment.
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CLEAR COLLECTION FOR CLEAR ALIGNERS
Hu-Friedy’s Clear Collection consists of innovative instruments designed to accent, individualize and optimize the biomechanics of the invisible aligner experience with no heat required.
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ATRAUMATIC EXTRACTION
A virtuous approach
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ATRAUMATIC EXTRACTION vs TRADITIONAL EXTRACTION
Which are the key differences between the more classical way of extracting teeth and the atraumatic one? And why should you consider approaching this extraction technique?
A traditional tooth extraction implies the use of instruments in a prying motion (typically in a facial and lingual direction) to sever the periodontal ligament, and to expand the alveolus sufficiently to allow the forceps to pull the tooth and detach the remaining ligament fibers. The risks of this technique are the inadvertent pressure on an adjacent tooth, and the inadvertent fracture of the alveolar bone.
An atraumatic extraction is instead a technique developed to protect the bone of the alveolus and to protect the adjacent teeth. Using specialized instruments ( such as luxating elevators, periotomes, luxating hybrids and atraumatic forceps) the force applied to the tooth is directed apically, and the periodontal ligament is cut rather than torn.
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ATRAUMATIC EXTRACTION IS NOT ONLY ABOUT ATRAUMAIR FORCEPS
Even though the most known instruments used to perform atraumatic extraction are probably the Hu-Friedy Atraumair Forceps, they represent just the cherry on top of a series of instruments which are crucial for a complete setup and procedure. Discover them all here below and of course do not forget about visiting the page dedicated to the Atraumair Forceps portfolio by clicking on the below button. We are sure you will find the perfect match for your needs.
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Luxating Elevators
Cut the periodontal ligament through an apical movement
A Luxating Elevator is a Straight Elevator design, with a thinner sharp working end. They are available in a range of widths (2mm-5mm) to accommodate the sizes of tooth roots. The difference in a Luxating Elevator compared to a standard Elevator is the mode of action when using the instrument. Luxation is the loosening of the tooth from the alveolar socket by severing of the periodontal ligament fibers.
The sharp working end of a Luxating Elevator is inserted vertically into the PDL with the tip closely adapted to the root surface and used with a rocking and cutting motion. The selection of a luxating elevator with a width that matches the root surface will enhance the adaptation.
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Periotomes
For an easier access to the proximal surface
Periotomes are instruments used in an atraumatic extraction procedure. Although very different in shape and size compared to luxating elevators and hybrids, these instruments are also used to cut the periodontal ligament fibers. The blades are thin and sharp around the entire circumference of the blade, resembling a periodontal knife. This blade design allows deeper insertion subgingivally. This blade feature combined with the shank angles, permits better access to the proximal surfaces compared to a luxating elevator. Periotomes may be used with Luxating Elevators or hybrids or used alone to achieve the same goal of severing the periodontal ligament while minimizing damage to the alveolar bone during the extraction.
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Luxating hybrids
To also cut the periodontal ligament through an apical movement, but with a smaller and ergonomic handle
The Luxating Hybrid design combines the style and functions of Standard Luxating elevators and Periotomes. The set of 7 single end designs offers a variety of straight and angled shanks, and large and small sizes, and all have thin sharp working ends/blades. These instruments are used apically within the periodontal ligament space to cut the PDL prior to tooth extraction. This method permits extraction without applying pressure on the alveolus, thus protecting the bone from fracture.
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HuFriedyGroup PTFE SUTURES
Now part of our Perma Sharp™ Sutures Portfolio
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PTFE is unlike anything in our offering today – the perfect marriage of monofilament and multifilament sutures, which helps leaving all the parts clinicians find challenging or annoying behind.
PTFE Sutures are non-absorbable, synthetic and monofilament sutures which handle smoothly like a multifilament. They are white in color, so nice if used in aesthetic zones. Comfortable for the patient, they promotes wound healing because unlike multifilament sutures, they do not absorb blood, saliva, bacteria or food residues.
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Main points of performance
PTFE has many features clinicians enjoy including:
Non-absorbable, Monofilament but handles smoothly like a multifilament
Little to no package memory
Has excellent soft tissue response because the material itself is soft and smooth, minimizing tissue damage/reaction
Biologically inert – not subject to weakening by tissue enzymes like absorbable materials
Promotes wound healing because unlike multifilament sutures, it does not absorb blood, saliva, bacteria, or food residues.
White in color, so nice if used in aesthetic zone
Comfortable for the patient!
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PTFE PART CODES
PTFE Sutures will be packaged sterile in a box of 12 just like our existing portfolio. There are 12 SKUs and sample packs for the most popular SKUs will be available.
All PTFE SKUs utilize the same needle styles we have in our Perma Sharp portfolio today.
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PSNPTFE1
3-0 PTFE, White 18" C-6 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE2
3-0 PTFE, White 18" C-22 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE3
4-0 PTFE, White 18" C-6 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE4
4-0 PTFE, White 18" C-3 3/8 Circle RC Premium
PSNPTFE5
4-0 PTFE, White 18" C-17 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE6
4-0 PTFE, White 18" C-22 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE7
5-0 PTFE, White 18" C-1 3/8 Circle RC Premium
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5-0 PTFE, White 18" C-3 3/8 Circle RC Premium
PSNPTFE9
5-0 PTFE, White 18" C-17 3/8 Circle RC
PSNPTFE10
6-0 PTFE, White 18" C-1 3/8 Circle RC Premium
PSNPTFE11
6-0 PTFE, White 18" C-3 3/8 Circle RC Premium
PSNPTFE12
6-0 PTFE, White 18" C-17 3/8 Circle RC
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