Opening and Closing


How to Open SPEED

How to Close SPEED

 

How to Open SPEED

Whether you choose to open from the labial or the gingival, SPEED will save you chairtime; five to seven minutes per patient visit! Clinical Efficiency* is what SPEED is all about!

Open from the Labial

Open from the Gingival

Archwire changes are fast and easy with the SPEED Labial Window. Simply insert the tip of an explorer into the Labial Window and apply a light occlusal force. There are no special instruments or complicated techniques required.

 

SPEED Brackets can be opened from the gingival if desired. Simply apply a light occlusally directed sliding force to the gingival dimple indent. There are no special instruments or complicated techniques required.

Opening SPEED With Labial Window   Opening by Gingival Dimple

*The Clinical Efficiency of Self-Ligated Brackets: Berger J.L., Byloff F.K. - J. Clin. Orthod. 2001; 35:(5):304-308