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IonGlide™

Minimizes Resistance to Sliding
IonGlide is a proprietary approach for minimizing resistance to sliding in orthodontics. The process utilizes direct ion beam treatment to create a low friction, low binding surface without adversely affecting wire strength, stiffness, or range. IonGlide is applicable to the full range of archwire materials such as Ni-Ti, ß-Titanium, and stainless steel alloys.

Benefits

  • Reduces friction
  • Increases surface hardness
  • Reduces binding and notching
  • Low temperature process
  • Maintains transition temperature range in Ni-Ti
  • Beneficial for both metallic and ceramic brackets

Representative Applications

  • Ni-Ti archwires
  • ß-Titanium archwires
  • Stainless steel archwires
  • Cobalt-Chromium archwires

 

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