Temporary Anchorage Device Showcase - orthotown.com

1 Tads showcaseSeptember 2011 Anchorage Device ShowcaseWe consider it a mini buyers guide . Herein, companies includingAmerican Orthodontics, Forestadent, Ortho Technology and Dentaurumpresent their unique TAD systems. Whether you make decisionsabout products on a month-to-month basis or at year-end, now is agreat time to brush up on the newest Temporary Anchorage devicetechnology. This Showcase section also includes contact informationfor each company, making it easy to ask additional questions or tofind out further details about products Showcase_Layout 1 9/2/11 2:27 PM Page 2011showcasetads75continued on page 76 TAD ProductsCetacaine Topical Anesthetic Gel Cetacaine Topical Anesthetic Gel from Cetylite is a fast-acting, long-lasting prescription topical anesthetic thatcan be applied directly to the required site.

2 CetacaineGel features the triple-active formula of 14% benzo-caine, 2% butamben and 2% tetracaine HCL. By lightlydepressing on the pump of the convenient pump-top jarwith your fingertip, a controlled amount of Cetacaine isdispensed. Cetacaine is also available in spray and liquidforms. For more information, visit Touch AdvancedOne Touch Advanced is a quick topical anesthetic oralgel from Hager Worldwide, Inc. One Touch Advancedworks within 30 seconds of application and lasts up to60 minutes.

3 It does so by coupling the rapid onset ofbenzocaine (14%) with the slow/extended duration oftetracaine hydrochloride (2%) and bridging them withthe intermediate action of butamben (2%). For moreinformation, visit TADsRMO s Dual-Top Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD)system provides efficient and flexible TADs enhance treatment capabilities and areeffective in reducing treatment time, surgeries andextractions. Dual-Top appliances can be inserted chair-side by the clinician and loaded immediately for anchor-age where and when needed.

4 Visit more Designed by orthodontists specifically for orthodonticuse, VectorTAS is a complete system with a full array oforthodontic-specific mini-screws, TAD-specific attach-ments and instruments designed to make temporaryanchorage easy and effective. VectorTAS provides clini-cians with all the benefits of Temporary Anchorage suchas reduced Anchorage demand for more control, surgerycases treated without surgery, noheadgear and reduced relianceon patient compliance, reducedtreatment time and greaterpatient comfort.

5 For addi-tional information, Showcase_Layout 1 9/2/11 2:28 PM Page 75tads showcaseSeptember 2011 Orthodonticscontinued from page 75 The name behind The Aarhus System is one of the most recognized in ortho-dontics today. Professor Birte Melsen is recognized by her peers as a premierresearcher and academic. She holds countless honors for her contributions inorthodontics with more than 300 published scientific articles and a 35+ yeartenure as professor and chairman of the Department of Orthodontics at theRoyal College, Aarhus in Denmark.

6 Her work in skeletal Anchorage has led to theintroduction of the Aarhus Mini-Implant System, which is a culmination of yearsof research, experience and dedication to the premium materials with optimal sizing, Aarhus mini-screws yield aperfect balance of strength and working diameter for effective clinical applica-tion. The material, Ti6AL4V, is a high strength titanium alloy noted for its bio-compatibility and resistance to corrosion. The Aarhus System offers a highquality Temporary Anchorage Device (TAD) that is user-friendly without sacri-ficing strength.

7 The Device offers: thread diameter design for easy placement between dental roots 6mm and 8mm thread lengths for adaptation in different bone densities and collar lengths for accommodating the various soft-tissue thicknesses Multiple head options to accept any accessory items utilized during clin-ical application A variety of accessory items to complement treatment Compact and light-weight sterilizable instrument tray and screw magazinefor efficient chairside delivery Secure

8 Locking driver tip that ensures screw placement without wobble during patient applicationThe Aarhus System offers a user-friendly mini-implant screw that delivers safeand consistent treatment and a complete line of more information, contact American Orthodontics at 800-558-7687 nTAD Showcase_Layout 1 9/2/11 2:29 PM Page 2011showcasetads77 Dentaurum continued on page 78 Dentaurum USA is showing its continued focus on providing edu-cation and reference resources to the market by launching its third edi-tion of the very popular TAD clinical reference guide .

9 This new andupdated edition provides more progressive and challenging TAD casesthan ever before and each case includes pictures and step-by-stepinstructions on exactly how you can overcome each challenging indica-tion with TADs. This valuable reference guide can be received com-pletely free of , Dentaurum is holding its Third Annual TAD UserForum at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort, November 4-6. Last year, thismeeting was sold to capacity and was therefore moved to the Wynn toensure an even bigger and more exciting meeting this year!

10 This meetingpromises to provide an incredible learning experience for practitioners ofany experience level. The program includes 11 TAD speakers, a four-track lecture program, round-table discussion groups, live TAD place-ments, hands-on workshops, evening cocktail parties and up to 18continuing education credits. Tuition is only $499. If you are currentlyusing TADs or have any interest in using TADs in clinical treatment,then you do not want to miss this exciting weekend , Dentaurum is introducing its completelyupdated packaging of the TOMAS pin.