ORTHO INDUSTRY NEWS Maestro ® Mini-Twin ® Bracket System New Tool To bond adhesion and an anatomically Contemporary in form and func-Diagnose Caries tion, the Maestro Mini-Twin Bracket contoured base and pad that nestle The new CarieScan PRO is revolutionizing the way dentists diagnose caries in their patients. With 94.8 percent accuracy in detecting caries and healthy tooth structure, the CarieScan PRO not only indicates when restoration of a tooth is required, but also specifically locates the lesion, allowing restorations (fill-ings) to be as small and cosmeti-cally acceptable as possible. Patients and dentists benefit from a much quicker and more comfortable experience as a result of a functionality upgrade, which increases the speed of measurements. Each measurement now takes less than a second, down from five seconds on the previous version. Additionally the classification reading of the 0-100 scale has also been further simpli-fied into high, medium and low probability categories, with specific advice for each identi-fied category to help the dentist with caries treatment and intervention support. For more information, visit www.cariescan.com. System achieves the optimum in metal aesthetics and comfort that patients seek, without sacrificing the precision and control that practitioners need. Maestro Brackets are engineered using Metal Injection Molding (MIM) technology, which trans-lates into rounded contours, and complex structures that machined brackets cannot duplicate— providing corrosion resistance, strength, and proven performance. The brackets feature a conve-nient long-axis, scribe line that not only runs the entire length of the pad, but also the bracket for an accurate placement cue. They feature an 80-gauge, micro-etched, bondable mesh pad for proven each tooth for precise positioning. In combination with Maestro Buccal Tubes, they provide doctors a complete appliance system, resulting in controlled treat-ment, reduced chair time, and increased satisfaction for both practitioner and patient. These non-convert-ible single tubes are color-coded and feature a large funneled entrance with notch as guide for wire insertion. A defined buccal indent assist with accurate stability and placement and side grip areas allow tweezers to easily hold and position the bracket. For more information on the Maestro Bracket system, please visit OrthoOrganizers.com or call (800) 547-2000. COOL TOOL: AOS Meeting Goes Interactive Have you checked out the 2012 AOS Annual Meeting Online Session & Exhibit Hall Planner? If not, you need to. It might seem too early to begin investigating this year’s show but, in recent weeks, we’ve uploaded all the speaker topics, bios and course descriptions. You can also visit exhibitors in advance of the show through our online floor plan. The exhibitors you add to your personalized show planner can connect with you now and during the onsite exhibit hours. The floor plan can and should be your go-to source to find the products and services you’re interested in NOW as well as in Memphis this October. There will be a place for you to have discussions with this year’s speakers in our AOS connect commu-nity. Visit the online session, see who’s speaking, check out their topics, and even communicate in advance with them through AOS connect . This online 8 May/June 2012 JAOS community is a benefit of your AOS membership. The simplest way to organize the companies you’re researching is by setting up the free and easy-to-use My Show Planner. Just enter a few pieces of key information and you’ll have created your own personal-ized list of compa-i nies. You can n search by company s name or product to n find your exhibitors f and products of a interest and add i them to your plan-t ner. And don’t n forget to check out f our Featured o Exhibitors while E perusing the online p show floor. s Check back often to see new exhibitors and products being added weekly as well as updates exhibitors has posted. When October rolls around, print your list out and take it with you to the show. In the meantime, it’s never too soon to begin locating what you need. See you in Memphis!
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