Clear Collection™ – The Tear Drop/678-800

Clear Collection™ The Tear Drop 678-800 Professional Clear Aligner Modification Instrument The Clear Collection™ The Tear Drop 678-800 is designed specifically for orthodontic professionals working with clear aligner treatments. It creates a tear-drop-shaped notch at the gingival margin of a clear aligner, providing a dedicated reservoir for elastics. This allows the elastic to remain positioned as the aligner is seated and can make elastic placement and manipulation easier for the patient. Precision Tear-Drop Notch The specialized working end produces a controlled notch in clear aligner material. Key features include: Model 678-800 Clear Collection™ design Tear-drop notch formation Gingival-margin modification Designed for elastic hooks Elastic retention reservoir Controlled aligner modification Adjustable reservoir depth Professional orthodontic design The instrument is positioned at an angle relative to the force applied by the elastic, and the reservoir depth can be adjusted according to the clinical requirement. Clear Aligner Applications Depending on the orthodontic treatment plan, The Tear Drop may be used for: Creating elastic hooks Clear aligner modification Class II elastics Class III elastics Delta elastics Class I intra-arch elastics Elastic connection to TADs Extrusive forces for specific teeth Supporting eruption of teeth into aligners The manufacturer also notes that Tear Drop elastic hooks can be used together with bonded attachments for directing tooth eruption into aligners. Improved Elastic Handling The notch created by The Tear Drop acts as a reservoir to help hold the elastic in place while the aligner is seated. Potential benefits include: Secure elastic positioning Easier elastic manipulation Controlled aligner modification Precise notch placement Adjustable notch depth Improved patient handling of elastics Compatibility with different elastic configurations No Heat Required The Clear Collection™ instruments are designed to cut and manipulate clear aligners without preheating . This allows orthodontic professionals to perform the intended aligner modifications directly with the instrument. Durable Orthodontic Construction The instrument is designed for professional orthodontic environments and should be properly cleaned, inspected, maintained, and sterilized according to the manufacturer’s instructions. The working end should be checked regularly for alignment, wear, deformation, and cutting performance. Ideal for Orthodontic Professionals Suitable for: Orthodontists General dentists Dental professionals Orthodontic clinics Clear-aligner treatment centers Dental clinics Dental hospitals Key Features Clear Collection™ The Tear Drop Model 678-800 Clear aligner modification instrument Creates tear-drop-shaped notches Gingival-margin application Designed for elastic hooks Provides an elastic retention reservoir Suitable for Class II, Class III and Class I elastics Suitable for Delta elastics Can be used for TAD-related elastic applications Supports extrusive force applications Adjustable reservoir depth No preheating required Professional orthodontic instrument Reusable where applicable Product Specifications Specification Details Product Name Clear Collection™ The Tear Drop Model / Reference 678-800 Instrument Type Clear Aligner Cutter Working Function Tear-Drop Notch Creation Application Area Gingival Margin Primary Application Elastic Hook Creation Secondary Function Elastic Retention Reservoir Compatible Treatment Clear Aligner Orthodontics Elastic Applications Class I, Class II, Class III, Delta Additional Application TAD & Extrusive Force Applications Preheating Required No Specialty Orthodontics Recommended Users Qualified Dental Professionals Packaging 1 × The Tear Drop HuFriedyGroup identifies 678-800 as The Tear Drop and lists it as part of the Clear Collection™ instruments for clear aligner treatment. Frequently Asked Questions 1. What is The Tear Drop 678-800 used for? It is designed to create a notch at the gingival margin of a clear aligner where an elastic hook is required. 2. What does the notch do? The notch creates a reservoir that helps hold the elastic in position while the aligner is seated, making elastic manipulation easier for the patient. 3. Can it be used for different types of elastics? Yes. HuFriedyGroup lists applications including Class I, Class II, Class III, and Delta elastics , as well as applications involving TADs and extrusive forces. 4. Does it require heating? No. Clear Collection™ instruments are designed to modify clear aligners without preheating. 5. What is the model number? The manufacturer’s model/reference number is 678-800 .