{"product_id":"surgiworld-the-tear-drop-clear-aligner-plier-rt453","title":"SurgiWorld – The Tear Drop Clear Aligner Plier","description":"\u003ch4\u003eClinical Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tear Drop Clear Aligner Plier cuts a tear-shaped notch into the aligner at the gingival margin, giving intermaxillary elastics a secure, purpose-shaped hook point rather than relying on a plain hole or slit that an elastic band can more easily slip out of under tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the instrument specific to cases layering elastic wear onto clear aligner treatment - typically Class II or Class III correction - where the aligner tray itself needs to carry the elastics attachment rather than routing it through a separately bonded button on the tooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDesign and Handling\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe standardized teardrop jaw shape produces a consistent notch every time, so the resulting hook point holds elastics reliably across appointments and successive aligner stages, rather than the inconsistent results a general-purpose cutting tool would leave behind. The notch is sized to secure the elastic without over-weakening the surrounding aligner material, and its smooth cut edge reduces the chance of a stress crack propagating from the notch during normal wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurgiWorld stocks this plier alongside its full Clear Aligner Pliers range, covering the vertical, horizontal, tear drop, and hole punch jaw types a clear aligner practice needs for attachment seating, IPR accommodation, elastics hooks, and bracket or button clearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eMaterial and Sterilization\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eManufactured from medical-grade stainless steel, corrosion resistant and rated for full autoclave sterilization without losing jaw alignment or cutting sharpness over repeated cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuts a standardized tear-shaped notch at the aligner's gingival margin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreates a secure hook point for intermaxillary elastics attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces elastic slippage compared with a plain hole or slit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePurpose-built for Class II\/III elastic wear layered onto clear aligner treatment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent notch shape and size across appointments and aligner stages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical-grade stainless steel, corrosion resistant, fully autoclavable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SurgiWorld","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67751069155642,"sku":"RT453","price":189.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/2975\/5194\/files\/RT453_The-Tear-Drop.jpg?v=1792585439","url":"https:\/\/thedentalsolutions.ca\/products\/surgiworld-the-tear-drop-clear-aligner-plier-rt453","provider":"Dental Solutions","version":"1.0","type":"link"}