3M expands efficient bonding procedure across bracket lines

At the AAO’s 2016 Annual Session, 3M is introducing Victory Series Low Profile Brackets with APC Flash-Free Adhesive (available in August), enabling this 3M line of best-selling brackets to now offer best-in-class bonding efficiency.

Victory Series Low Profile brackets with APC Flash-Free Adhesive will join Clarity ADVANCED Ceramic Brackets, the SmartClip SL3 and Clarity SL Self-Ligating Appliance Systems and Victory Series Superior Fit Buccal Tubes in offering orthodontists advanced adhesive technology that allows them to move directly from bracket placement to bracket cure without removing adhesive flash, according to the company.

Patients treated with 3M brackets that include APC Flash-Free Adhesive also benefit from added protection for tooth enamel and a quicker and easier debonding appointment, the company said.

Further positioning orthodontists for productivity and patient satisfaction, 3M will also introduce enhancements to the SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System, resulting in improved rotational control and reduction in engagement and disengagement forces, the company said.

By continuously incorporating user feedback, 3M is perfecting an arsenal of products that enhance efficiency, improve the patient experience and simplify procedures, according to the company.

“3M Oral Care offers unique and efficient products that help orthodontists differentiate their practices, grow case starts and enjoy clinical, professional and personal success,” said James Ingebrand, vice president and general manager, 3M Oral Care. “Brilliant esthetics, expanded availability of APC Flash-Free Adhesive and enhancements to SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Brackets are just three of the exciting reasons to visit the 3M exhibit at the 2016 AAO Annual Session.”

At the AAO meeting, industry experts were discussing their experience with 3M products, along with tips and tricks for use, at the 3M booth. Topics included Class II correction, esthetics, digital orthodontics and lingual orthodontics, with experts such as Dr. Lisa Alvetro, Dr. Moe Razavi, Dr. Shane Langley, Dr. Adam Schulhof, Dr. Anoop Sondhi, Dr. Bill Vogt, Dr. Neil Warshawsky and Dr. Robert Waugh.

Orthodontists were encouraged to visit the booth to experience the benefits of APC Flash-Free Adhesive first hand and to try out 3M’s patient-facing Paint Your Smile web app on a big screen.

(Source: 3M)