DB Orthodontics explains what to look out for in a holder and why the virtual lux fits into the bill – as well as ideas from the expert of Dental Technology Sean Thompson.
The clear orthodontist holder, who is sometimes referred to as an Essix Governor*, has long been an essential part of the patient’s subsequent care. Whether you are young for manufacturing restraints or already viable, you probably have asked: “What is one material besides the other? Isn’t everything similar?
This is a valid question and the answer is no, the properties of thermal material vary. Experienced retention providers understand that choosing the right material can significantly improve compliance with patients, reduce fractures and reduce treatment times.
This article emphasizes what to look for when choosing quality retention material, as we are pleased to share ideas from Sean Thompson, founder of Ashford Orthodontics, and now CEO of Retainers4life. Here, Sean explains why he chooses the virtual lux for the brand Premium Retainer, Orthogold.
What to look for in restraint material
When navigating the abundance of brands that promise smoother work flow and optimal comfort of patients, it is a challenge to distinguish the best. Not all materials are equal, so consider the following…
1. Durability and flexibility
Search for materials that balance stiffness and flexibility by offering durability without sacrificing comfort. This is especially important for patients with bruxism or have a history of retaining breakdown. Adult patients with deep underwater will benefit from extra flexibility to help remove.
2. Comfort
A heat -shaped retainer should be as comfortable as possible for long -term wear, without obstacles to patient compliance. No one likes the “laminated” phenomenon when it bites, so find a material with soft obstruction properties such as virtual lux.
3. Aesthetic appeal
Clear heaters are popular for their invisible appearance, but vary in degrees of clarity. Of course, the patient’s cleansing routine is the key, but the choice of a material that is resistant to staining and discoloration helps maintain the restrainer extremely clean, clean and fresh appearance.
4. Optimal finishing properties
You will need your material to be easy to cut and finish, using cutters and polishing tools to prevent and smooth out the sharp edges that can irritate the soft tissues of patients. When it comes to completion times, choose a material that makes processing as fast as possible and without stress. By choosing a heat-resistant heat-resistant film, it reduces processing times, as there is no need to isolate the model-by giving maximum clarity at a time.
Why do i choose virtual lux restraint
INsights by Sean ThompsonDental Technology Experts and CEO of Retainers4life
“During the 25 years of Ashford Orthodontics, we had many demands for a high quality thermoplastic material and after the sampling of many well -known branded materials, the premium of our choice was virtual lux.
“It has unparalleled data to support this option, but the proof of the pudding is always in the food, so we have judged it by the tiny amount of repetitions we were ever asked to do either from the clinic or by the patient.
“Since he retired from Ashford four years ago and then I have taken my current role as CEO of Retainers4life, I saw no reason not to continue with the virtual lux. In the context of the strict test of the product, patients were invited to blind random samples of restraints, from different cutting options and different 3D printing techniques, as well as for comfort and clarity, speech capacity, etc.
Virtual Lux: An Overview
- Excellent impact force
- Greater fracture resistance and proven for long -term wear
- Softe
- Increased comfort of patients
- Extremely clear
- Staining and discoloration resistant
- It is provided with easy protective peel membrane for reduced production times.
The Lux Premium Retention Founder is part of the DB Orthodontics Iconic Thermoform Product Range, which also includes finishing equipment and fittings. Virtual LUX was developed using the latest polymer technology. It has increased flexibility and greater fracture resistance which means greater compliance with patients and longer wear and tear times. In addition, virtual lux has a plastic bite. A great advantage for the comfort of patients.
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By choosing high quality materials such as virtual LUX, which prioritize the comfort, aesthetics and effectiveness of the workflow, you can superior to providing high quality clear thermos.
With the right training and guidance of thermos, you are really in a victorious combination.
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*The ESSIX brand is a registered trademark of Dentsply Sirona.
This article is funded by DB Orthodontics.
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