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March 2009 | Dental Products Report
Clinical 360°: Tech Brief

Applying Vivera in your practice


Compiled by Thais Carter
Information provided by Align Technology.

The Vivera retainer program delivers fresh, strong retainers on the schedule you determine will best keep your patients in working clinical retention. A single set of retainers is simply not enough to ensure continued patient success, as many clear thermoplastic retainers can begin to deform in as little as two months of wear.

30% stronger:  Vivera retainers are said to be up to 30% stronger than those made with other leading clear thermoplastic materials. The strength of Vivera retainers enables them to self-correct (back to the final retained position) certain types of relapse that may occur during the subscription period, up to .25 mm per tooth.*

Durable, reliable:  One set of Vivera retainers can last from three to nine months, depending on patient wear. Regular replacement helps with patient success.

Your timing:  The first retainer is sent to the doctor’s office. Remaining retainers are sent either to the doctor or to the patient. Retainer usage is flexible—the actual retainer wear schedule is determined by the treating dental professional and the patient.

Added plus:  Retainers use the same manufacturing process and technology as Invisalign aligners to produce a strong retainer with a precise fit and smooth finish that grips firmly and feels comfortable.

Align Technology
viveraretainers.com
888-882-5446

* Data on file with Align Technology Inc.