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Invecta® Instruments
• Invecta instruments are made of the highest quality
stainless steel.
• Invecta cutting instruments have the finest tool steel
inserts.
• Invecta instruments are guaranteed to be free from
manufacturing defects for the life of the plier.
Defective instruments will be replaced at no charge.
• GAC also offers an “Invecta Resident All-Inclusive
Warranty” on any plier purchased by any student in
an AAO-accredited North America Resident program.
We will repair or replace any Invecta instrument that
fails for any reason in normal use while the Doctor is
enrolled in the resident program.
Ovation® Instruments
GAC has expanded upon the legendary Henry W. General
Instrument design by including the recommendations of
Dr. Ronald Roth, the world famous authority on clinical
orthodontics, and “Big John” Desautels, recognized by
many as the foremost authority on instrument design,
function, and manufacture. These three “legends” have
come together to create a remarkable line of orthodontic
instruments.
The realization of this outstanding new design required the
finest German and American stainless steel fashioned to
the most exacting standards. The handles are fatter and
wider for greater comfort, and the heads are curved to
avoid irritation to soft tissue. The result is an instrument
with a quality you can feel upon first grip; quality so
exceptional that it has redefined orthodontic hand tools.
Ovation Instruments.The very best. Only from GAC.
GAC’S EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY
Manufactured by GAC, Invecta & Ovation Instruments carry an industry leading one year warranty on material, workmanship, and corrosion resistance.With normal maintenance and proper use, these high quality instruments will withstand years of use.
Instrument Return Policy
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For sharpening or repair, mail to:
ORTHODENTAL INTERNATIONAL
1000 Porton Drive
Calexico, CA 92231
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Instrument is to be sterilized and sealed in a zip-lock
bag.
An explanation of why the instrument is being
returned must accompany each instrument.
Doctor’s name, address, phone number, GAC
account number, and e-mail address (if applicable)
must accompany each instrument.
To arrange for UPS pick-up of instruments, please
contact GAC’s Customer Service in NY at (800)
645-5530; or go to our Instrument Pick Up web site
at www.gacinstruments.com/services. GAC will pay
for freight related to instruments under warranty.
Doctor will be charged for freight on non-warranty
returns.
If the above procedures are not followed, the
instrument(s) will be subject to return to the
doctor without the requested repair or sharpening
being completed.
To insure warranty claims, cutting instrument should be
sent for proper service and maintenance ever six to ten
months. Service consists of re-sharpening, assembly
adjustment, and detailed cleaning. Maintenance will be
free of charge for customers within their warranty
period.
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To return a GAC instrument for repair or sharpening,
the following procedures are to be followed:
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MANUFACTURER OF
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Invecta® Instruments
Invecta®
KEY FEATURES
OF ALL INVECTA
CUTTERS AND PLIERS
Balanced Assembly
All cutters are stainless steel with hard chrome finish to
withstand all accepted methods of sterilization. Pliers are
brilliant stainless steel.
Tool steel inserts
Cutters
Diamond honed
cutting edges
Hard chrome finish
Extended “sure-grip” handles
(most models are available
with short handles)
Precision “tough” serrations
Contoured edges
are “lip safe”
Pliers
Corrosion-resistant stainless
steel with brilliant finish
NuJoint Instrument Rejuvenator Kit
Reference
Number
KIT97-977-10
consisting of:
NuJoint Lubricant, 1 oz.
NuJoint Cleaner, 9 grams
97-977-15
97-977-16
DSX Medic 365 Instrument Lubricant
ODG-6015
Synthetic Lubricant and Preservative
4 oz. bottle
Invecta® Cutting Instruments
Invecta cutting instruments are all made of stainless steel with tool inserted tips, and are hard chrome plated.
Heavy-Duty Cutter (“The Big John”)
Super tough ODG-315 cutting edges will not nick. Ideal for heavyduty face bow cutting. Hard chrome finish will lock in closed
position. Will cut hard wire up to .080 with ease.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard wire up to .080.
ODG-315
Invecta® Cutting Instruments
Intraoral Wire Cutter
Reference
Number
ODG-315M
A short beak hard wire cutter that may be used for cutting lab wire
or face bow adjustment.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Round wire up to .046.
15º Pin and Fine Wire Cutter*
ODG-1000
The tip is angled 15º for better field vision.The tool steel inserted tips
have backing ledges for greater strength.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard and soft wire up to .015 in
diameter.
Hard Wire Cutter (Black)*
Specially designed for cutting hard wires. The cutting angle is 15º and
the (Black) cutting edges have been diamond honed to allow hard
wire cutting.This is an excellent ligature cutter. The ODG-1000HWB
is stainless steel with black oxide plating. It is also available with hard
chrome plating as Model ODG-1000HWC.
ODG-1000HWB
(Black)
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard wire up to .020 round.
Hard Wire Cutter (Chrome)*
Specially designed for cutting hard wires.The cutting angle is 15º and
the (Chrome) cutting edges have been diamond honed to allow hard
wire cutting. Stainless steel with hard chrome plating; this is an
excellent ligature cutter.
ODG-1000HWC
(Chrome)
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard wire up to .020 round.
Pin and Ligature Cutter*
ODG-1001
A standard pin cutter, non-angled, designed to cut soft wires. Stainless
steel with hard chrome plating.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Soft wire up to .015 in diameter.
Miniature Pin and Ligature Cutter*
ODG-1002
This cutting plier has finer tips for easy access into difficult areas. Very
popular with chairside assistants.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Soft wire up to .015 in diameter.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Reference
Number
ODG-1003
Invecta® Cutting Instruments
Micro-Miniature Light Wire Cutter*
This cutting plier has very sharp pointed tips that have been diamond
honed to cut at the very point of the plier. It has tool steel inserted
tips. Very popular with chairside assistants.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Soft ligature wire up to .012 in
diameter.
ODG-1006
45º Ligature Cutter
A convenient 45º pin and ligature cutter, angulated for easy access to
posterior areas. Very delicate tips. Use with care.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Ligature wire up to .015 at the tip.
ODG-1010
Distal End Cutter (Flush Cut, Safety Hold)
Shear cuts wire and holds loose wire. Cuts “flush” to the distal of the
tube.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard round wire up to .020 in
diameter, rectangular wire up to .018 x .025.
ODG-1010NH
Distal End Cutter (No Hold, Flush Cut)
Shear cuts wire flush to the buccal tube. Cutting edges must be
sharpened periodically.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard round wire up to .020 in
diameter, rectangular wire up to .018 x .025 and stranded wire up to
.0175.
ODG-1016
Distal End Cutter (Safety Hold)*
The ODG-1016 design offers an extremely safe plier for cutting distal
wires in the patient’s mouth. It shear cuts hard wires and then “safety
holds” the loose wires. Cutting edges are diamond honed, while the
stainless steel instrument is hard chrome plated for long wear.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard round wire up to .020,
rectangular wire up to .022 x .028 and stranded wire.
ODG-1016S
Small Distal End Cutter (Safety Hold)
A safe plier with a smaller head than the ODG-1016. It also shear
cuts hard wires then “safety holds” the loose wires.
CAUTION: Minimum cutting capacity - .010. Maximum cutting capacity
√ Hard round wire up to .018, rectangular wire up to .018 x .025.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Cutting Instruments
Long Handled Distal End Cutter (Safety Hold)
Reference
Number
ODG-1016L
Compact head on this cutter provides the “safety hold” features of
the ODG-1016 and ODG-1016S but has long handles for easy work
on distal wires.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Hard round wire or braided wire
up to .020, rectangular wire up to .018 x .025
Distal End Cutter (Safety Hold) Big Head
ODG-1016W
This cutter provides the “safety hold” features of the ODG-1016 and
ODG-1016L with long handles for easy work on distal wires, but with
a wider head.This cutter has the unique ability to cut both hard and
soft wires.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Arch wires up to .022 x .028,
braided wire up to .0175
Micro-Miniature Light Wire Cutter (Stop Screw)*
ODG-1021
Designed as a miniature ligature cutter that will cut soft wires. The
ODG-1021 has a factory-adjusted stop screw that prevents tip
damage due to overstressing the cutter during the cutting operation.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Soft wire up to .012 in diameter.
Band Slitter
ODG-1026
The ODG-1026 shear cuts upper and lower bands with a minimum of
patient discomfort. Place the cutting tips on the gingival and incisal
edges of the band toward the interproximal.
CAUTION: Care should be used while slitting the band. Be careful the
tips do not come in contact with the welding flange or tie wings of the
attachment. Not recommended for molars. Excellent for removing
direct bond brackets with the new mesh-type pads.
15º Pin and Ligature Cutter (Dished Nose)
ODG-1024
Similar to our popular Model ODG-1000, but with a dished nose
that develops a slim profile for access to difficult areas. A factoryadjusted stop screw prevents damage to the cutting edges due to
overstressing.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Soft wire up to .015 in diameter.
Wire Cutter*
ODG-7001
Will cut ligature wires and pins - any size. Strong enough to bend arch
wire ends after distal cutting. Diamond-honed cutting edges.
CAUTION: Maximum cutting capacity √ Arch wires up to .022 x .028.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Utility Instruments
Reference
Number
ODG-110
Straight Utility Plier (How Style, Small Tips)*
A general utility plier with a long, well-tapered shape that is balanced for control. The 3/32" diameter tips are designed so that
their center line coincides with the axis of rotation of the plier.
The matched tips are serrated in a direction that holds the wire
at a convenient working angle. Beaks are completely lip safe.
ODG-110B
3/32"
Straight Utility Plier (How Style, Medium Tips)
Same features as the ODG-110 above but with larger 1/8"
diameter tips.
ODG-111
Offset Utility Plier (How Style)
A general utility plier similar to the ODG-110 with machined tips,
3/32" diameter, but at a 45° angle. Lip safe.
ODG-113
1/8"
3/32"
Band Seating Plier
The ODG-113 plier grips the bracket wing securely while seating the
band. Will fit between the smallest twin. The new square tip design
allows maximum gripping power. The beaks are very strong, and the
unique serration pattern makes the ODG-113 a real help in your
practice.
ODG-155
Lingual Arch Remover*
Our Model ODG-155 was designed with the safety and comfort of
your patients in mind. It offers you many advantages. First, it unlocks
the lingual arch wire from the sheath. Then it surrounds the arch
wire, while the serrated grooves allow you to remove the arch
without slippage. Reverse the actions and you have the procedure for
placing the lingual arch. It works with lingual arches for horizontal and
vertical sheaths. Holds both .030 and .036 diameters.
ODG-157
Cinch Back Plier
The Cinch Back Plier offers safety with ease of use. The serrated tips
give more control when activating closing loops. Its short, tight tip
gives greater ease when turning back wires in the posterior region.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Utility Instruments
Utility Plier (Weingart Style)*
Reference
Number
ODG-158
The pointed, serrated pads are designed to be near the center of
rotation of the plier for better balance. Matching serrated pads hold
wire firmly at a convenient working angle. Beaks are carefully
rounded to make this plier completely lip safe.
Utility Plier (Weingart Style, Slim Tips)*
ODG-158BJ
Same quality as the ODG-158 above but features slimmer tips and is
curved for easier access to difficult areas. Completely lip safe.
Palatal Arch Plier
ODG-159
The precision serrated grooves surround the palatal arch allowing
placement and removal with ease, and no slipping. Accepts both .030
and .036 diameter arches. Grips palatal arch without obstruction for
easy mesial insertion and removal.
Three-Jaw Plier (Straight)*
ODG-200
Precision-aligned tips ensure consistent bends. Gradually tapered for
delicate bending. Diamond honed edges.
Utility Plier (Curved-Weingart Type)
ODG-8011
Tips are angled about 45º. Has narrow, thin tips that are serrated.
Fits easily between brackets for firm gripping of arch wire. Primarily
for lingual use. Excellent for lingual hook or cleat bending.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Utility Instruments
Reference
Number
ODG-104U
Universal Step Up/Step Down Pliers (.030 offset)*
Allows you to make various 1st order and 2nd order (by-pass) bends
intra-orally without removing the entire arch wire. One plier makes
two .030 offset bends. One tip makes a step up; by reversing the plier,
it makes a step down.
.030
ODG-139
Bird Beak Plier*
An extremely popular and versatile utility plier designed for working
round wire up to .045 in diameter. Can be used for face bow adjustment. The round beak is precision ground to a perfect cone (.025 at
the tip). The pyramid beak is exactly .025 wide at the tip and a 9º
angle is ground on the sides to allow for wire spring-back. Beaks are
parallel at .020 opening. Working edges are carefully beveled and
diamond honed to prevent scoring.
ODG-140
Light Wire Plier*
This plier has longer and more gradually tapered beaks than the
ODG-139 and ODG-140M. It is designed for working round wire
up to .016 in diameter. The longer beaks make it easier to bend small
diameter loops. The cone beak is precision ground to .025 wide at
the tip and a 9° angle is ground on the sides to allow for wire
springback. Working edges are carefully beveled and diamond-honed
to prevent scoring.
ODG-140M
Medium Bird Beak Plier*
Same features as our ODG-139 (above), but has tips that are slightly
shorter.
ODG-140N
Light Wire Plier (With Notch)*
Exactly the same as the ODG-140 but has a .010 precision wire
locating groove in the pyramid beak. The groove makes it possible to
make perfect loop diameters quickly and easily.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Wire Forming Instruments
“Super Looper” Light Wire Plier (Begg Type)
Reference
Number
ODG-141
The only symmetrical loop bending plier available that is adaptable to
round, square, and rectangular wire. Can be used on high tensile type
wires up to .018 diameter. Plier has two grooves at the tip for
bending identical vertical loops and helices plus a utility groove at the
back for closing loops.
Wire Contouring Plier
ODG-203B
Contours and forms arches smoothly - even Sentalloy and Nitinol without scoring or torquing.
Optical-Style Plier
ODG-207
Excellent for bending round or rectangular wires without nicking.
Thin concave beak has precision round tip. Forms stops in all types of
wire. Holds firm.
Stop (V-Bend) Plier
ODG-220
Shortens arch wire by forming a 1mm V-bend. Edges are carefully diamond honed to prevent wire scoring. Works on round arch wires up
to .020 in diameter.
Nance Loop Forming
ODG-230
Four steps (3, 4, 5, and 6mm) allow precision loop forming. One beak
is precision serrated to prevent wire slippage. Edges are beveled to
prevent wire damage.
Loop Forming Plier (Tweed Style)*
ODG-350
Designed for making “Bull” and helical closing loops in square or
rectangular wire up to .022 x .028. The cylindrical beak has three
precision-ground sections of .045, .060, and .075 diameters, with a
rough electro-etched finish to help prevent wire slippage. The
concave beak has slight parallel serrations that orient and keep the
wire at a right angle to the beaks while making a loop.
Replacement Tips (2) and wrench available.
ODG-1400
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Reference
Number
ODG-352
Invecta® Wire Forming Instruments
Omega Loop Forming Plier (Tweed Style)*
Concave beak is contoured for making more uniform Omega loops
with ease. The round beak has three sections of .045, .060, and .075
in diameter and .090 in length. The tip has a rough electro-etched
finish to help prevent wire slippage and can be easily replaced in the
office.
ODG-1400
ODG-355
Replacement Tips (2) and wrench available.
Jarabak Plier
Accurately marks wire intra-orally or extra-orally. Marks arch wires
(square, rectangular, or round), face bows, and all types of inner
bows and auxiliary appliances. Will not harm the wire or the appliance. Auxiliary personnel can pre-mark interproximals for prefabbed future arches.
ODG-360X
Keely Marking Plier
Accurately marks wire intra-orally or extra-orally. Marks arch wires
(square, rectangular, or round), face bows, and all types of inner bows
and auxiliary appliances. Will not harm the wire or the appliance.
Auxiliary personnel can pre-mark interproximals for prefabbed
future arches.
ODG-1401
ODG-400
Replacement Tips (2) and wrench available
Roncone Bending Pliers (Set)
It is suggested that the Roncone Bending pliers be used on initial light
wires (Sentalloy .014, .016, .018).This will secure the wire and
allow the teeth to move freely. Allow 6-7mm of distal exposure to allow for bends.The pliers may also be used to tip
back all wires up to 19 x 25 (NeoSentalloy, Resolve, and
Stainless Steel) This is not a cinching or activating plier.
NOTE: It is recommended that the correct plier be used for each
designated quadrant.
ODG-410
Lingual Arch-Forming Plier*
Designed to form double-back and triple-back bends in either .030
or .036 wire for inserting in lingual sheaths. Blade width of .140 (the
same width as lingual sheath) was selected so consistent, perfect-fitting bends can be formed. The double-back forming groove is close
to the plier joint to assure that adequate “flattening” is accomplished.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Wire Forming Instruments
Surgical Hook Crimping Plier
Reference
Number
ODG-633
Designed to crimp auxiliary stops, hooks, and posts to arch wires.
Crimping Plier
ODG-633M
Designed to crimp stops, hooks, posts and most sleeves. Has a wider
crimping base than the ODG-633.
Omega Loop Forming Plier
ODG-662
Forms inner bow omega loops with ease. Places omega loops exactly
where needed. Works equally well with .045 and .051 diameters without scoring the wire.
Rose Torquing Plier (Narrow, with Key)
ODG-805N
Designed to place torque in a specific section of arch wire (single tooth)
without distorting the remainder of the wire. The key is designed to
torque the section between holding beaks - the torqued section will not
extend past the contact points of the plier beaks and will engage easily
without transfer of torque to adjacent teeth. Labial torque and lingual
torque can be placed next to each other with ease. Narrow width is ideal
for all teeth bracketed in single brackets or narrow siamese brackets, and
is particularly useful for lower incisors. Ideal for torquing individual teeth
using the lingual technique regardless of bracket design or manufacture.
Works with all wires. Please specify which key when ordering.
(Narrow) .016 x .018 key ODG-1618N
(Narrow) .018 x .022 key ODG-1822N
Rose Torquing (Wide, with Key)
ODG-805W
Designed to place torque in a specific section of arch wire (single tooth)
without distorting the remainder of the wire. The key is designed to
torque the section between holding beaks - the torqued section will not
extend past the contact points of the plier beaks and will engage easily
without transfer of torque to adjacent teeth. Labial torque and lingual
torque can be placed next to each other with ease. Works with all wires.
Please specify which key when ordering.
(Wide) .016 x .018 key ODG-1618W
(Wide) .018 x .022 key ODG-1822W
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Wire Forming Instruments
ODG-810S
Rectangular Arch Forming Plier
(Tweed Style, Short Tips)*
A forming plier for handling square or rectangular wire. The beaks
are designed to be parallel at .020 plier opening. Working edges are
carefully beveled with a diamond hone to prevent wire scoring.
ODG-810
Rectangular Arch Forming Plier
(Tweed Style, Long Tips)
A forming plier for handling square or rectangular wire exactly the
same as the ODG-810S (above) but has longer beaks. The beaks are
designed to be parallel at .020 plier opening. Working edges are
carefully beveled with a diamond hone to prevent wire scoring.
Invecta® Tying Pliers/Elastic Separators
Reference
Number
ODG-250C
Ligature Tying Plier (Coon Style)
Speed is the key word to describe this instrument. Ligature wire
slides easily into a precision-chamfered slot - no wrapping - to give
operator more control of tightness of twists and easy, one-hand
release. Same precision manufacture as the ODG-250 Steiner tying
plier - light weight and contoured for comfortable use in all size
hands. Smooth grooves at the base of tips helps prevent ligature
wire breakage. Brilliant stainless steel.
ODG-101
Force Module Separator
Lightweight plier is comfortable in all size hands. Allows easy access
to difficult areas and is patient safe. Offers springback action. New
tip design reduces module breakage. Brilliant stainless steel.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Band Removers
Posterior Band Remover (Short)
ODG-347
When the padded tip is on the occlusal of the molar cusp, the
shortened, non-padded remover tip is in a more ideal position to
catch the edge of the band for upward or downward removal.
Replaceable high temperature pads are interchangeable and are
available in two diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
Posterior Band Remover (Long)*
ODG-347L
The padded tip rests on the occlusal of the molar cusp and the
non-padded remover tips catches the edge of the band for upward or
downward removal. Same as the ODG-347 (above) but has a longer
remover tip.
Replaceable high temperature pads are interchangeable and are
available in two diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
(See also ODG-1026 Band Slitter)
Direct Bond Attachment Remover (Angled)
ODG-344
Designed to remove all bonded attachments. May be used
mesial-distal (horizontal) or incisal-gingival (vertical) in anterior area.
Angled perfectly for easy access to difficult posterior areas.
Direct Bond Bracket Remover (Narrow)
ODG-345
The narrow remover tips wedge between both edges of the base of
the bracket and the tooth surface, lifting off the bracket with virtually
no stress. The removers grip firmly for easy incisal-gingival (vertical)
use. When bracket position is too close to gingival, the plier may be
used mesial-distal (horizontally) with the same ease. Also available
with wide tips - Catalog No. ODG-346 (below).
Direct Bond Bracket Remover
(Narrow, with Replaceable Tip)
ODG-345 RT
Specifically designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bond
brackets. Tips wedge between both edges of bracket base and tooth
surface, lifting bracket off with no stress. Tips grip firmly for easy
incisal-gingival (vertical) and mesial-distal (horizontal) use. Tips are
replaceable for fast, easy service in your office.
IMPORTANT: We recommend replacing both tips at the same time.
Replacement Tips (pair) come with screw and wrench.
ODG-1406
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Reference
Number
ODG-346
Invecta® Debonding Instruments
Direct Bond Bracket Remover (Wide)
The wide remover tips wedge between both edges of the base of the
bracket and the tooth surface, lifting off the bracket with virtually no
stress. The removers grip firmly for easy incisal-gingival (vertical) use.
When bracket position is too close to gingival, the plier may be used
mesial-distal (horizontally) with the same ease. Also available with
narrow tips - Catalog No. ODG-345RT (above).
ODG-346 RT
Direct Bond Bracket Remover
(Wide, Replaceable Tip)*
Specifically designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bond
brackets. Tips wedge between both edges of bracket base and tooth
surface, lifting off with no stress. Tips grip firmly for easy incisal-gingival (vertical) and mesial-distal (horizontal) use. Tips are replaceable
for fast, easy service in your office.
IMPORTANT: We recommend replacing both tips at the same time.
ODG-1405
Replacement Tips (pair) come with screw and wrench.
ODG-348
Direct Bond Bracket Remover (Narrow, with Pad)
Designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bonded
attachments. The sharp beak fits under the attachment flange and
removes attachments with ease. Will also remove adhesive remaining
on the tooth. Pads are suitable for high heat sterilization.
Replaceable Pads are interchangeable and are available in two
diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
ODG-348 RT
Direct Bond Bracket Remover
(Narrow, Replaceable Tip, with Pad)
Same quality features as the ODG-345 and ODG-348 except one tip
has a replaceable pad. The sharp beak fits under the attachment flange
and removes attachments with ease. Also removes adhesive remaining
on tooth. Pads are suitable for high heat sterilization.
ODG-1047
Replacement Tip
Replaceable Pads are interchangeable and are available in two
diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
ODG-349
Direct Bond Bracket Remover (Wide, with Pad)*
Designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bonded
attachments. The sharp beak fits under attachment flange and
removes attachment with ease. Will also remove adhesive remaining
on tooth. Available with narrow tips as ODG-348. Pads are suitable
for high heat sterilization.
Replaceable Pads are interchangeable and are available in two
diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Debonding Instruments
Direct Bond Bracket Remover
(Wide, Replaceable Tip, with Pad)*
Reference
Number
ODG-349 RT
Same quality features as the ODG-345 and ODG-348 except one tip
has a replaceable pad. The sharp beak fits under the attachment
flange and removes attachments with ease. Will also remove adhesive
remaining on tooth.
Replacement Tip
ODG-1048
Replaceable Pads are interchangeable and are available in two
diameters: 3/16" (ODG-2076) and 1/4" (ODG-2077).
Acrylic Debonding Plier
ODG-426
Dr. Hamilton’s Acrylic Debonding Plier adjusts to the angle of the
plane to hold the plate while the blade breaks the bond. Every orthodontist will appreciate this new design concept.
Instruments with an * after the product name are available with short handles on special order – add “SH” after catalog number
Invecta® Bonding/Debonding Instruments
Reference
Number
ODG-500
Direct Bond Bracket Tweezer
Holds any bracket - from a wide twin to a single. Unlike a regular tweezer, the self-holding Model
ODG-500 has a reverse action and will not release the bracket until desired - it can be easily preloaded as needed. The ODG-500 works equally well with plastic brackets. Stainless steel for easy
clean-up and sterilization. Also available in a set of 6 with one FREE tweezer.
ODG-500TR
Direct Bond Bracket Tweezer
Designed by Dr Terry Reiner. Similar to above, but with a curved and serrated tip.
ODG-505
Direct Bond Adhesive Remover (Sickle Style)
Lightweight, durable instrument for scraping adhesive or cement in hard-to-reach areas.
ODG-506
Direct Bond Adhesive Remover (Curette Style)
Double-ended. Stainless steel.
ODG-522
Positive Positioner
Specifically designed for direct bond attachment placing. Will hold any direct bond attachment. Has
small head for excellent field of vision anywhere in the mouth - especially distal to the bicuspids.
Serrated tips for positive gripping. Easy forward or backward releasing, with no hang-up when bonding has set. Lightweight hard anodized aluminum. Will not roll off bracket table or tray.
Invecta® Specialty & Miscellaneous Instruments
ODG-502 (4 oz).
ODG-503 (16 oz.)
ODG-504
Dontrix
Dontrix gauge is a precision instrument designed to accurately measure the forces used in
orthodontics.
Broad Surface Cement Remover
Lightweight durable instrument for scraping adhesive or cement in hard-to-reach areas.
ODG-507
Ligature Director
Double-ended - one end has a notched tip for directing arch wires. Opposite end is angled with a
square serrated tip for tucking ligatures. Stainless steel.
Invecta® Specialty & Miscellaneous Instruments
Reference
Number
ODG-508
Explorer
Double-ended. Stainless steel.
ODG-509
Band Seater (Baum)
Contra-angled handle for comfortable posterior, sure grip. No rotation in hand when in use.
Serrated, angled tip for firm, no-slip contact. Stainless steel for easy sterilization and clean-up.
ODG-521
Band Pusher/Scaler Combo
One end has a serrated, angled tip; the other end has a curved scaler.
ODG-511
#5 Mouth Mirror
Replacement Mirror
Mosquito Forcep
Delicate matching serrated tips for applying modules. Stainless steel.
Smaha Slimline Sure-Grip Forcep
Excellent for labial or lingual use, module or ligature placement,
inserting arch wires or segments, cinching back arch wires. Stainless steel.
ODG-516
Curved Tip
Straight Tip
ODG-512
ODG-513
Curved Tip
Straight Tip
ODG-514
ODG-515
Invecta® In-Ovation Instruments
We have created a few instruments
that are specially designed to make
using In-Ovation even more efficient.
In-Ovation
Invecta® In-Ovation Instruments
Reference
Number
TN3
TN3
The TN3 has on one end a “Hockey Stick” design with laser etched scribe lines for precise
placement of brackets; and on the other end, a scaler for making clean-up of flash a snap.
ODG-88001
Beaver Tail Director
The Beaver Tail has a flat end for opening the clip and a forked end for seating the wire before
closing the clip.
ODG-88002
In-Ovation Positioner Tool
The positioner has millimeter scribe lines for measuring height and an ideal shape for cleaning up
flash.
ODG-88003
V-Tweezer
Holds the bracket for application of adhesive and positioning on the tooth.
ODG-88004
R-Tool
The ball ends of the R-Tool make it easy to open the clip.
Invecta® In-Ovation Instruments
The Engage-R
Reference
Number
ODG-88005
The dual tips on one end span the bracket to seat the arch wire, allowing you to easily snap the clip
closed.The other end has a small ball that fits perfectly into the sliding cap for easy opening.
The Engage-R Aspel
ODG-88006
Same as above, but the ball end has an additional bend in place of ball.
Close-R with 3 Tips
ODG-88007
Force Module Aspel
ODG-510
Single fork on one end and an Aspel bend on the other.
Ovation® Instruments
GAC has expanded upon the legendary Henry W. General
Instrument design by including the recommendations of
Dr. Ronald Roth, the world famous authority on clinical
orthodontics, and “Big John” Desautels, recognized by many
as the foremost authority on instrument design, function, and
manufacture. These three “legends” have come together to
create a remarkable line of orthodontic instruments.
The realization of this outstanding new design required the
finest German and American stainless steel fashioned to the
most exacting standards. The handles are fatter and wider
for greater comfort, and the heads are curved to avoid
irritation to soft tissue. The result is an instrument with a
quality you can feel upon first grip; quality so exceptional
that it has redefined orthodontic hand tools.
Ovation®
Ovation Instruments.
The very best. Only from GAC.
Hand ground,
perfectly
matched
beaks for
precise results
Made from
XQ25 corrosion
resistant,
German
stainless steel,
with a
superior swept
edge design
Cutters
made with
diamondhoned,
stainless
steel inserts
Cutters are
chrome
plated for
durability
“Spoon” vs. Barrel Handle
•
•
•
Ovation
Less hand rock
Henry W. General design
Better grip control while using gloves
Invecta
“Splayed” vs. Straight Handles
•
•
Rests in the palm
Reduced hand fatigue due to shorter working range
Ovation
Invecta
Ovation® Cutting Instruments
Die Cutter, Safety Hold, Universal
A truly universal cutter that allows cutting all working wires without
changing pliers.This cutter will cut and hold hard wire up to .021 x 28
or the most delicate soft wire.
Distal End Cutter, Flush V
Solidly designed distal cutter designed to cut and hold both round and
rectangular wire distal to the buccal tube. Durable for long wear and
unsurpassed cutting performance. Cuts wire to .021 x .028.
Distal End Cutter, Flush V, Small
Features identical to the full size cutter with smaller, more delicate
cutting tips. Cuts and holds round to .018 and rectangular to .018 x
.025.
Pin & Ligature Cutter
An exceptional small cutter made from the highest quality stainless
steel.This cutter features “work hardened”, diamond honed, high
speed inserted tips and the exclusive Ovation handle design. Ideal for
cutting all types of soft wires, pins and Koby ties to .015.
Pin & Ligature Cutter, Small
Features identical to the full size cutter with smaller, more delicate
cutting tips.
Reference
Number
BIG JOHN
1016U
BIG JOHN
200V
BIG JOHN
200SV
BIG JOHN
201
BIG JOHN
201S
Ovation® Utility Instruments
Reference
Number
BIG JOHN
110
How Plier
BIG JOHN
213
Weingart Plier
BIG JOHN
223
Elastic Positioning Plier, Mathieu
Designed like the classic Henry General How plier. Hold wires
securely with ample serrated tip surface. This plier features straight
back beaks for easy viewing in the posterior. Round box joint
construction prevents patient lip impingement. Tip is correct size
for bending the bridge section of utility arches.
Holds securely without slipping. Slender narrow beaks make this
plier ideal for placing or removing archwires. Serrated tips grab tight,
which makes holding auxiliaries easy.
Tiny hook secures off the end, so it won't pull off. Tiny hook grasps
and holds the module firm, while not filling up the module hole, so
ligating around the bracket is easy and it won't pull off the end even
under pressure. Easy-glide spring assures opening and closing the
tips every time.
BIG JOHN
344
Three Prong Plier
BIG JOHN
344F
Three Prong Plier, Heavy
100% stainless steel featuring medium tips to fabricate lab appliances
or simply activate archwires.
Heavy version with short stubby beak allows more pressure to be
applied when bending without fractures and plier failure. Grooves
securely hold larger size wires. Excellent for clasps and appliance
fabrication.
Ovation® Bonding/Debonding Instruments
Reference
Number
Posterior Bracket Placer
Delicate angled tips and secure reverse action allow for easy and
predictable bonding results.
Bracket Remover, Straight
Designed to engage the bracket base without damaging tie wings for
worry-free debonding.
Posterior Bracket Remover
Popular and functional instrument used to remove bands, brackets and
excess adhesive after debonding. The replaceable heat resistant tips
are designed to rest on the occlusal of the tooth for patient
comfort and to prevent enamel damage.
BIG JOHN
220
BIG JOHN
231
BIG JOHN
347
Reference
Number
Ovation® Wire Forming Instruments
BIG JOHN
139
Bird Beak Plier
BIG JOHN
209
Light Wire Plier
BIG JOHN
261A
Torquing Plier, Female
BIG JOHN
261B
BIG JOHN
3144
Multipurpose instrument with gradually tapered round on square
beaks to deliver superior accuracy and control. Bends .030" round
and rectangular wire.
An exclusive and unique instrument designed by Dr. Ronald
Roth. Painstakingly hand crafted to Dr. Roth’s specifications, this
instrument is ideal for bending .016" Helical loop archwire.
Barrel widths
measure .030", .060" and .090". Groove widths measure .150",
.200" and .250".
Torquing pliers set that allows torque to be added to any size rectangular wire. Precision crafted for twin, single or wide brackets
without the requirement of different sized keys.
Torquing Plier, Male
Torquing pliers set that allows torque to be added to any size rectangular wire. Precision crafted for twin, single or wide brackets
without the requirement of different sized keys.
Young Plier
Sturdy construction incorporating three half round loops that allow
sure gripping and bending of Quad-Helixes, Lingual Arches and
facebows.
Ovation® Specialty Instruments
Turbyfill Plier
Designed to Dr. Robert Williams’ specifications, this instrument is
designed to accurately “pinch the loops in looped archwires to avoid
gingival impingement. This instrument works equally well with round
and rectangular wire.
Mathieu Inserted Plier
Multipurpose Mathieu that is excellent for labial or lingual use. The
serrated tool hardened inserted tips are strong enough to insert
archwires and bend cinch-backs but delicate enough to place the
smallest auxiliaries.
NiTi Stop Plier
Allows the placement of a 1mm stop anywhere on the wire to prevent NiTi archwire migration. Smooth, round edges are diamond
honed and will not distort, mar or fracture wire.
Omega Loop Plier
Contoured for making more uniform Omega loops with ease.
Reference
Number
BIG JOHN
131
BIG JOHN
216
BIG JOHN
242
BIG JOHN
2981
Straight-N-Clear™ Instruments
Our exclusive Thermoforming Pliers are used with Straight ‘N’ Clear
Correctors tooth movement system designed for minor tooth
movement utilizing safe, virtually invisible activators. These
activators or retainers are formed with GAC’s thermoplastic and the
Raintree Essix thermoformer.
Straight-N-Clear™
Straight-N-Clear™ Instruments
Reference
Number
ODG-326
Undercut Enhancer Thermoplier
Creates a retentive bump in the appliance gingival to contact points
without distorting the adjacent plastic and immediately improves
retention allowing for the appliance's continued use.
ODG-327
Maxillary Thermoplier
Accomplishes a variety of movements - mesially, distally, lingually and
labially. Attain incisal and root tipping. Rotate both maxillary and
mandibular anterior teeth. Intrude super-erupted molars and
bicuspids without elastics. These pliers conform to the morphology
of anterior teeth: a larger tip for maxillary and a smaller tip for
mandibular teeth.
ODG-328
Mandibular Thermoplier
This plier has a shorter shaft for smaller mandibular arches.
Accomplish a variety of movements - mesially, distally, lingually and
labially. Attain incisal and root tipping. Rotate both maxillary and
mandibular anterior teeth. Intrude super-erupted molars and bicuspids
without elastics. These pliers conform to the morphology of anterior
teeth: a larger tip for maxillary and a smaller tip for mandibular teeth.
ODG-329
Bite Plane Thermoplier
Designed to create an instant bite plane in the Corrector without
additional acrylic build-up. Create an instant bite plane in an appliance
at chairside without the use of acrylic. Anatomically designed to exact
configuration of the teeth.
ODG-330
Micro Ramp Thermoplier
Moves anterior teeth laterally. Rotates small teeth.Tip insical
edges and help torque teeth.
Straight-N-Clear™ Instruments
Elastic Hook Forming Thermoplier
Reference
Number
ODG-331
Create hooks in an appliance to secure elastic to close space, or
intrude a super-erupted molar or bicuspid.
Slot Forming Thermoplier
ODG-332
After using Elastic Hook-forming Thermoplier, the Slot-forming
Thermoplier places the undercut to hold the elastic in place.
Bubble-forming Thermoplier
ODG-333
Creates space in an appliance. Use interdentally without distorting the
mesial or distal of the appliance.
Large Circle Thermoplier
ODG-334
Extends the size of a pre-existing bump in an appliance created with
the Maxillary Thermopliers up to 2-3mm.Will not stretch the
pre-existing bump.
Small Circle Thermoplier
ODG-335
Extends the size of a pre-existing bump in an appliance created with
the Mandibular Thermopliers up to 1mm.Will not stretch the
pre-existing bump.
Mesial-distal Thermoplier
Moves teeth mesially and/or distally. Allows close proximity to the
incisal edge. Can be used with posterior and anterior teeth.
ODG-336
Straight-N-Clear™ Instruments
Reference
Number
25-890-01
Blazer Piezo Electric Torch
Self-starting, hand held, portable, Piezo electric, refillable butane gas,
instant torch. Precise and controlled, high temperature flame, 1300° C,
2500° F. Fires instantly with push button lighting. Lightweight, one hand
operation. Solders, brazes, sweats, and removes paint.
97-999-25
Blazer Burner
State-of-the-art Piezo electronic instant ignition system and adjustable
blue torch flame. Has a maximum flame temperature of 2,370ºF
(1,300ºC) and a 1 hour continuos burn time. The heavy duty base
prevents accidental tip-overs and helps to insure maximum safety in
the work environment. Gas tank holds approx. 35 grams of Triple
Refined Blazer Butane gas. Features a power butane blue torch flame
and angled nozzle design.
25-825-91
HAKKO 191 Thermometer
Absolutely essential to give an exact digital readout of the
temperature of the heated thermopliers. Eliminate tensile strength
inconsistencies.
KIT07-300-01
Straight-N-Clear™ Thermopliers Complete Kit
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
piece
piece
piece
piece
piece
piece
piece
piece
piece
ODG-326
ODG-327
ODG 328
ODG-329
ODG-330
ODG-331
ODG-332
25-825-91
97-999-25
Orthodontic Instrument Sterilization Tips
Sterilization
Orthodontic Instrument Sterilization Tips
CLEAN, RINSE, DRY & STERILIZE
Before each sterilization:
1. CLEAN instrument by performing an ultrasonic cleaning using a high quality ultrasonic solution for 7-10 minutes.
2. RINSE instrument with distilled or filtered water.
3. DRY instrument thoroughly with compressed air and towel dry, especially joints of hinged instruments.
NOTE: Ultra sonic cleaning is not recommended for cutting pliers - solutions combined with vibrations are very caustic and
could dull or damage cutter.We recommend rinsing the instrument with high-volume sterile water before sterilizing.
STERILIZATION
DRY HEAT
1. Place instrument on tray, sheet, or rack with jaws apart (open). Sterilize for 6 to 30 minutes at 160ºC, depending
on equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: Instruments may be bagged prior to sterilization.
AUTOCLAVE*
1. Place instrument on autoclave tray with jaws apart (open). Process for 12-minute cycle at 134ºC/273ºF.
BE CERTAIN UNIT USES DISTILLED WATER.
NOTE: Instruments may be bagged prior to sterilization.
CHEMICLAVE*
1. Place instrument on paper towel. Do not process for longer than 20 minutes at 132ºC/270ºF. BE CERTAIN
CHEMICAL ADDITIVES ARE IN CORRECT PROPORTIONS.
NOTE: Instruments may be bagged prior to sterilization.
COLD (2% Glutaraldehyde)
1. Totally immerse instrument in solution for 10 hours.
2. Remove instrument from solution and rinse in sterile water.
3. Dry instrument thoroughly with compressed air and towel dry, especially joints of hinged instruments.
NOTE: The use of glutaraldehyde on any inserted instrument may cause oxidation on
insert.
*Instruments processed using this sterilizing method may show signs of corrosion if not removed from equipment when cycle is
complete.
MAINTENANCE FOR HINGED INSTRUMENTS
After sterilizing, lubricate hinged instrument sparingly using NuJoint Lubricant (Part # 97-977-15).Wipe off any excess
lubricant.
MAINTENANCE SUGGESTIONS
The major cause of staining or discoloring is OVER USE of lubricants or “sticky joint” treatments. Lubricants, waxes
and “sticky joint” remedies will vaporize inside the chamber and saturate all other items placed inside.
Failure to keep instrument dry may result in spotting.
If you are experiencing brown or yellow staining, scrub with ISOPROPYL alcohol and steel wool (Type A-extra fine).
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