Dental Sleep Medicine Insider December 2015 | Page 31

THE THREE KEY DIFFERENTIATORS: TARUN AGARWAL Raleigh Dental Arts Raleigh, NC -Clear, unbreakable, non-porous, material -Less material & increased patient comfort -The best device at the lowest price point Chairtime is valuable and with the ClearDream I don’t have to block out extra time because I know I won’t be grinding on acrylic all afternoon. Now, if only my crowns dropped in this easily. “i don’t have to block out extra chair time because i know i won’t be grinding on acrylic all afternoon.” The second major difference seems to be a key feature of ClearDream’s design philosophy; less material and increased patient comfort. Utilizing the Crystal Clear material allows for a slimmer, more streamlined, and more comfortable device without compromising durability. There is significantly less acrylic in the anterior than other dorsals with no facial coverage on the maxillary arch and only slight incisal overlap on the mandibular segment which creates an anterior opening. The opening also reduces bulk which increases comfort and may increase comfort and may increase patient compliance. A reduction in overall bulk isn’t limited to the anterior either. The lingual surfaces of the ClearDream are contoured to the teeth; a design feature that maximizes tongue space. The ClearDream allows for 5.5mm of advancement from the initial position. Like with any dorsal device, it’s imperative you capture an accurate George Guage bite. Along with the bite, I send VPS impressions but Keller can also make them with models or digital scans (something I find useful, since I’m currently digitizing my entire process). Occasionally, I have notches added when I need to use elastics. “for a product to be worth using, it has to be better, faster, cheaper, and easier. the cleardream meets all of these criteria..” The last key differentiator is the price. At only $299 for the hard acrylic version and $319 for the Thermofit-lined ClearDream, you’re getting the best dorsal device on the market for the lowest price point. To paraphrase Gordon Christensen, for a product to be worth using, it has to be better, faster, cheaper, and easier. The ClearDream meets all of these criteria. To prescribe a ClearDream for your patient, schedule a pickup, or learn more, visit our website or call: (888)919-7577 www.KellerLab.com