Robotics

Equipment to automate labor intensive tasks such as trimming aligners and bending lingual retainer wires and to assist with practice tasks such as walking a patient to the chair are hitting the market. When evaluating robots consider how the machine will increase output, reduce reliance on staff for certain tasks or enhance the patient experience.  Use the toggle below to select a specific category to learn more.

Wirebenders from AAO TechSelect Partners

Evaluate products using criteria recommended by AAO CTECH. Select the wirebender below to view more details including product specifications and company-provided resources.

Workflow
Uses
Technology
Closed or Open System
Integration with Practice Management Software
Recommended Finishing
Efficiency
Number produced per hour
Space Requirements
Footprint
Pricing Price shown is typical everyday price. Contact TechSelect Partner for price quote.
Ongoing Cost
Other Equipment/Services Needed
Tech Support
Tech Support Details
Bonded Retainers
Robotic Wire Bending
Closed System
None
Trim excess and remove small burrs if needed
15 bonded retainers per hour
36" x 24" x 24" (92 x 61 x 61 cm)
$15,000
Cost of wire
PC for software (dedicated is recommended, but not required)
Finishing Arch Wires
Robotic Wire Bending
Closed System
None
Trim excess and align with paper printout to find midline
6 arch wires per hour
17” x 12” x 19” (422 x 303 x 480 mm)
$28,000
Cost of wire
Dedicated PC for software
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Interested in more Robotic categories? See Practice Robots.