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This SMART INNOVATION symbol is awarded to our innovators from around the world, who work side-by-side with our engineers to make their dream appliances a reality. Together we explore smart solutions to old problems, increase precision, control and efficiency and invent new systems that makes you say...why didn't I think of that!
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Fast, precise, predictable space closure
- Fast tooth movement
- Safe tooth movement - Predictable tooth movement - Comfortable tooth movement |
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Inventor Orthodontist
Dr. Winfried Schütz
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" Space closure can be a difficult and uncomfortable procedure. This screw mechanism is actually easier to control than conventional methods of space closure. With elastic forces, the orthodontist is constantly trying to manage the amount of force, the length of force application, the degree of archwire deflection, and the amount of friction. With the Hycon Device, the amount of tooth movement is determined strictly by the advancement rate of the bolt and the number of activation turns. Friction is of little concern because of the relatively high forces generated. Deflection is not a problem because the activation is over such a short distance. A full-size wire can be used, reducing deflection and improving torque control. This technique minimizes tissue turnover, producing nearly ideal bodily movement. The force created by turning the screw is enough to overcome friction, but less than the amount that would adversely affect the periodontium." |
Dr. John C. Bennett & Dr Richard P. McLaughlin - Fundamentals of Orthodontic Treatment Mechanics
It is accepted that space closure can often be more difficult in adult patients, due to various factors. For example, the bone is mature and may be narrowed in the extractions sites and heavy occlusion can hold teeth in position, prevent them from moving. Some times in these cases most of the extraction site can be closed by conventional active tiebacks, but a small space remains, which is resistant to final space closure. There are several options to deal with this, but the Hcyon™ Device is an effective and well tried method.*
* Dr. John C. Bennett & Dr Richard P. McLaughlin - Fundamentals of Orthodontic Treatment Mechanics, CHP 10 pg 196
* Dr. John C. Bennett & Dr Richard P. McLaughlin - Fundamentals of Orthodontic Treatment Mechanics, CHP 10 pg 196
Lingual Brackets
BUCCAL TUBES
SMART INNOVATIONS APPLIANCES
EASY-WAY-SYSTEM™ALIGNMENT OF IMPACTED AND ECTOPIC TEETH
$160.00 5 pcs |
HYCON™FAST HEALTHY AND RELIABLE SPACE CLOSURE
$265.00 5 patient kit |
FLEX DEVELOPER™UNBREAKABLE CLASS II
CORRECTION $610.00 starter kit $440.00 refill kit |
TRUEOPTICS™FOG FREE MIRROR SYSTEM
$499.00 starter kit + mirror for free $99.00 for each mirror |
Headgear
HIGHPULLMany colors to choose
$5.50 ea |
NECK PADS
Many colors to choose
$4.50 ea |
SAFETY MODULESMany colors to choose
$3.50 ea |
CHIN CUPSMany color to choose
$8.00 ea |
