Ancor Pro™

Temporary Orthodontic
Anchorage System

TECHNICAL GUIDE
The Ancor Pro Orthodontic Anchorage System by Ortho Organizers® allows

you to have greater control of patient treatment outcomes by providing

increased stabilization compared to traditional stabilization techniques.

This technical guide will assist you in the placement and technique of

inserting and seating of the Ancor Pro Temporary Orthodontic Anchor.

Indications

The Ortho Organizers Ancor Pro Temporary Orthodontic Anchor is intended to provide a fixed anchorage point
for attachment of orthodontic appliances to facilitate the orthodontic movement of teeth*. Ancor Pro Anchors
can be loaded immediately after placement. They can remain in place for the course of orthodontic treatment
(up to 24 months).

Contraindications

Patients with one or more of the following are not candidates for the Ancor Pro Temporary Orthodontic
Anchor.
• Active, intra-oral infection • History of metabolic disorders
• Inadequate bone quantity or quality • Active periodontitis
• History of metal sensitivities • Radiation therapy regimen

Ancor Pro Anchor Diagram

Collar diameter: 2.5mm

Button for chain,

coil spring or
other orthodontic
auxiliaries

Lengths: Major Diameter: 1.6mm

Transverse hole
6mm, 8mm,
Minor Diameter: 1.2mm accepts up to .022"
and 10mm
round wire
Thread Pitch: 0.7mm

Tip Diameter: 0.5mm -

Self-drilling, self-tapping tip

*For side effects, warnings and further information, please refer to the Instruction for Use.
Step 1 - Determining the Step 2 - Anesthetic Step 3 - Pilot Drilling (Optional)
Insertion Site
• A local or topical anesthetic should be • The Ancor Pro Drill is used for
• The insertion site is determined during administered to the insertion site. drilling. The bone is predrilled at
treatment planning using radiographs, 800 rpm (max. 1500 rpm) using
models and clinical findings. adequate cooling with a physio-
logical saline solution (5°C) to avoid
• The insertion site can be easily and
thermal damage to the bone.
accurately marked using the Ancor
Pro X-Ray Guide.

Step 4 - Removing the Anchor

• Connect the Ancor Pro
Driver to the ratchet,
thumbwheel or screwdriver.
• Remove the Ancor Pro
Anchor from the surgical tray
using the driver assembly.

Step 5a - Manual Insertion

• Insert the Ancor Pro Anchor
into its final position into
the bone.

Step 5b - Mechanical Insertion

• Use the latchlock driver and a torque control hand piece (torque 20 ncm and 10-20 rpm) to
insert the Ancor Pro Anchor to its final position into the bone.

Step 6 - Connecting to the orthodontic appliance

• Finally, connect the Ancor Pro Anchor with the orthodontic appliance.

Step 7 - Removing the Ancor Pro Anchor

• First remove the connectors to the orthodontic appliance. The Ancor Pro Anchor can be
removed with the same instruments that were used for insertion.
• The wound does not require any special treatment. It is not essential to administer a local or
topical anesthetic.
Clinical Cases
Distalization Maxillary

• Following extraction of the upper first bicuspid (premolar).

• Anchors provide the only anchorage.
• In the first stage the cuspid (canine) is uprighted and distalized using
traction device.

Distalization Maxillary
• Due to loss of the first molar, space is available to shift the midline
by distalization of teeth second bicuspid to central incisor, and
simultaneously alleviating anterior crowding in the first quadrant.
• An Ancor Pro Anchor is used to anchor second bicuspid.

Mesialization Maxillary
• The second molar is moved mesially using a traction device
connected directly to an Ancor Pro Anchor.
• A transpalatal arch prevents rotation of the tooth and controls mesial
movement using first molar.

Preprosthetic Treatment Distalization Mandibular

• Loss of the second molar can be compensated for by distalization of the
first molar and then applying a prosthetic restoration.
• The first bicuspid is fixed in position with an Ancor Pro Anchor.

Mesialization Mandibular
• Mesialization of the second molar, e.g. following extraction of the
first molar, is carried out using a traction device directly anchored to
an Ancor Pro Anchor.
Mesialization Mandibular
• Mesialization of the lower posterior in preparation for surgical
correction of a class II.
• Ancor Pro Anchors are placed interdentally between cuspids and
first bicuspid.

Instrusion Mandibular
• The lower anterior teeth are supra-positioned and are to be intruded.
• The first molars are used as anchorage and fixed in position using
Ancor Pro Anchors.

Uprighting Mandibular
• Uprighting of second molar.
– Insertion site: distal of second bicuspid.

Mesialization of Mandibular (Bicuspid)

• Mesialization of the bicuspids for space closure.
– Insertion site: distal of second bicuspid.
Ancor Pro Kit and Individual Components

Screwdriver

Used with long or short driver insert. Can be used for insertion,
Ancor Pro Kit final seating, or removal of Ancor Pro Anchor.
An autoclavable, fully loaded storage case that allows for easy
storage of all components while not in use. Kit includes
12 anchors, 2 drivers, 1 latchlock driver, 1 thumbwheel,
1 screwdriver, 12 x-ray placement guides.

Ancor Pro Anchors

Available in three sizes: 6mm, 8mm,

and 10mm. (See details on Ancor
Pro Anchor diagram)

Ratchet (Optional)

Used with long or short driver insert. Can be used for insertion
Drivers or final seating of Ancor Pro Anchor. Arrow faces away from
patient to insert Ancor Pro Anchor. Arrow faces toward patient
Fit screwdriver, manual handle and to remove Ancor Pro Anchor.
ratchet wrench. Available in short-
6mm and long-12mm. Have internal
retentive features to hold Ancor Pro
Anchor securely.

Latchlock Driver Drill

Used with standard hand pieces Used for drilling through soft tissue and cortical bone. Largest
to insert Ancor Pro Anchor. Has diameter is 2.4mm - 0.1mm less than collar diameter to ensure
internal retentive feature to hold snug soft tissue around Ancor Pro Anchor.
Ancor Pro Anchor securely. Must
be used at a very slow speed
(10-20 rpm). Can be used to remove
Ancor Pro Anchor with motor set
in reverse.

Thumbwheel X-Ray Placement Guide

Used with long or short driver Used to mark the Ancor Pro Anchor insertion site
insert. Provides good grip to start easily and accurately.
Ancor Pro Anchor in bone.

For more information on our products and

educational offerings, please contact us:
In the U.S.: 800.547.2000
Outside the U.S.: +1.760.448.8600 1822 Aston Avenue
Canada: CERUM. 800.661.9567 Carlsbad, CA 92008
To fax an order: 800.888.7244 USA
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