Clinical Case: FitStrip for Brackets
Thanks to the FitStrip™ system it is possible to perform stripping (IPR) quickly and accurately. The one- and two-sided diamond strips allow us to accurately remove the interproximal enamel that we plan for each case. Thanks to the strips mounted on interchangeable handles, we reduce possible trauma to the papilla and increase our field of vision. FitStrip™ does not produce aerosols, making it a safe and choice system for performing stripping in cases of transparent/clear aligners as well as in cases of fixed appliances (braces).
With FitStrip™, my patients have less discomfort compared to conventional abrasive strips. The procedure is faster, thus reducing chair time. It produces less vibration and no heat transfer compared to bur and disc systems.
FIG. 1
Reduced initial enamel using a 0.1 mm abrasive strip system mounted on a handle. Case of clear aligners.
FIG. 2
Application of the second strip for interproximal reduction calibrated at 0.3 mm.
FIG. 3
Measurement of the reduced interproximal space using a gauge calibrated at 0.3 mm.
FIG. 4
Final situation after polishing and interproximal finishing.
FIG. 5
Reduced initial enamel using a 0.2 mm abrasive strip system mounted on a handle (operator’s hand remains outside the mouth). Fixed appliance case (metal braces).
FIG. 6
Application of the second strip for interproximal reduction, calibrated at 0.3 mm.
FIG. 7
Application of the second strip, calibrated at 0.3 mm, in another interproximal space to continue stripping. Occlusal view.
FIG. 8
Final result after carrying out the interproximal reduction and polishing.
About the Author
Paula Vaquero, DDS, MS, PhD
Dr. Vaquero earned her DDS, Master’s in Orthodontics, and PhD (cum laude) from the Complutense University of Madrid. She further trained at the University of Connecticut Health Center (USA) and is a certified Invisalign Expert from the Manuel Román Academy. Dr. Vaquero has received multiple awards for her scientific work and was granted a prestigious SEDO scholarship to complete advanced clinical training in leading clinics across Spain.
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This article was originally published in the Clinical Life™ magazine: Winter 2025 edition
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