Diamond-Coated Ortho-Strips for Accurate Enamel Contouring
Diamond Ortho-strips are specialized dental tools designed for creating additional space by interproximal enamel reduction (IPR). They are used in orthodontics to open the interproximal space and for reducing, finishing, and polishing enamel. Each strip is diamond-coated to ensure precision and efficiency in enamel reduction, helping to avoid grooves and scratches on the teeth. The strips are available in various thicknesses and are color-coded for easy identification based on their specific application.
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Application
Diamond Ortho-strips are primarily used in orthodontics for interproximal enamel reduction. This procedure involves the careful removal of small amounts of enamel from between the teeth to create space, which can be necessary for aligning teeth properly. The application process involves:
Step | Item No. | Thickness (mm) | Color | Description |
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1. Separating | OS40 | 0.40 mm | Black | Initial separation between teeth |
2. Reducing | OS30 | 0.30 mm | Green | Enamel reduction to create space |
3. Contouring | OS25 | 0.25 mm | Blue | Contouring the enamel |
4. Finishing | OS20 | 0.20 mm | Red | Smoothing surface after reduction |
5. Pre-polishing | OS15 | 0.15 mm | Yellow | Pre-polishing the enamel |
6. Polishing | OS10 | 0.10 mm | White | Achieving a smooth, polished finish |
7. Fine Tuning | OS05 | 0.05 mm | Silver | No-diamond coated, serrated edge |