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3M Unitek
Orthodontic Products
2724 South Peck Road
Monrovia, CA 91016 USA
www.3MUnitek.com
SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System
The enhanced SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System from 3M Unitek includes a third-generation
self-ligating clip, redesigned molar brackets and two additional prescriptions. Compared to earlier generations
of SmartClip Appliances, the advanced SL3 clip uses less force so Orthodontists can provide their patients even more
comfort and efficient treatment.
SmartClip SL3 Molar Brackets
SmartClip SL3 Molar Brackets have been re-designed to better serve orthodontists’ needs. With the addition of
small, low profile tie-wings for increased treatment flexibility, the enhanced design can accommodate either steel
ligatures for laceback and tiebacks or AlastiK Ligature modules. Also, the maxillary 1st molar brackets incorporate
the distal offset into the bracket base rather than into the slot, improving archwire retention during treatment.
SmartClip Appliance Wire Insertion and Disengagement Instruments
The SmartClip SL3 Appliance System incorporates specially designed insertion and disengagement instruments
to aid with the wire handling and thereby improve patient comfort. There are two insertion instruments, one for
.018 and one for .022 slot users. The single point end is designed for use with light wires while the torquing key end
is designed to assist with proper alignment of rectangular wires during insertion.
SmartClip Appliance System Hybrid and Dimpled Archwires
SmartClip System Hybrid Archwires provide a precise rounding of the corners of rectangular archwires to blend
the power of a rectangular wire with the reduced binding of a round wire. The hybrid archwire design improves
archwire sliding mechanics by reducing binding and notching without compromising archwire integrity. This can
result in easier wire insertion/disengagement.
SmartClip System Dimpled Archwires simply prevent the archwires from walking. Dimpled archwires restrict
archwire drift, thereby reducing the possibility of patient discomfort. Usable in all treatment scenarios, dimpled
archwires reduce or eliminate the need to cinch the archwire behind the buccal tubes.
The APC Adhesive Coated Appliance System
With the APC Adhesive Coated Appliance System, orthodontic bonding has never been simpler or more
efficient. The APC System reduces bonding variables and steps by precoating the brackets with adhesive, and
delivering the brackets in individually-identified, hygienically-sealed packages. SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating
Appliances may be ordered with APC II Adhesive or APC PLUS Color-Changing Adhesive with fluoride, or
without adhesive coating.
Multiple Prescriptions Available
The SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System is offered in MBT System prescription, as well as Ricketts*
(High Torque) and Roth* (Low Torque) prescriptions, giving Orthodontists the option to select the treatment
philosophy that works most efficiently in their practice.
Clinical Education Opportunities
To learn about product techniques and applications, including no-cost CE classes, visit www.3MUnitekTraining.com.
For hands-on training or additional clinical education, visit www.3MUnitek.com and register for an event.
3M Unitek can also provide your study club or society group with speakers who can provide presentations
demonstrating the evidence-based clinical performance of the SmartClip SL3 Appliance System. For more
information, contact your local representative or our 3M Unitek CE Hotline at 1-800-852-1990 ext. 4649.
In U.S. and Puerto Rico: 1-800-423-4588 • 626-574-4000
In Canada: 1-800-443-1661
Technical Helpline: 1-800-265-1943 • 626-574-4577
CE Hotline: 1-800-852-1990 x4649 • 626-574-4649
Outside these areas, contact your local representative.
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