SmartClip™ is a self-ligating passive appliance system for braces that, unlike other similar products, doesn’t involve opening or closing the device to insert or place archwires. The brackets are designed for easy archwire access.
In addition, colorless, light-sensitive adhesives make the procedure faster, cleaner, and less noticeable. This means that patients have reduced discomfort caused by adjustments as they do not spend as much time in the chair and they receive efficient, reliable tooth movement. And 3M, the world leader in adhesives (they figured out how to make sand stick to paper – “sandpaper”), offers adhesives and application protocols for the braces that nearly eliminate accidental loss of bonding.
Increased comfort, faster treatment time, and overall exceptional reliability make the SmartClip™ a good choice for many patients. If you have any questions, please ask.
Dr. Waugh has been asked by 3M to join their education team helping doctors learn how to use SmartClip. He will be speaking to doctors across the country in study clubs, residency programs, and at national and regional dental meetings.