{"product_id":"cusp-lok-placement-instruments","title":"Cusp-Lok® Placement Instruments","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eControlled, tremor-reduced placement for orthodontic traction attachments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"700\"\u003eCusp-Lok® Placement Instruments are engineered to provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"435\"\u003eprecise, stable handling\u003c\/strong\u003e during the placement and retrieval of Cusp-Lok brackets, eruption chains, and orthodontic traction pads. Designed for use in crowded or restricted surgical fields, these instruments help clinicians place attachments accurately while minimizing unintended movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"929\"\u003eAvailable in \u003cstrong data-start=\"715\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e4″ and 6″ lengths\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"778\"\u003estraight or curved working ends\u003c\/strong\u003e, they offer flexibility to match clinician preference, access depth, and anatomical challenges commonly encountered during expose-and-bond procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"933\" data-end=\"936\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"938\" data-end=\"985\"\u003eHow the “Squeeze-to-Release” Mechanism Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"987\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003eThe unique \u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003esqueeze-to-release\u003c\/strong\u003e action is designed to improve control at the working end of the instrument:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1192\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1101\" data-end=\"1112\"\u003ePreload\u003c\/strong\u003e the Cusp-Lok bracket, chain, or traction pad securely into the instrument tip\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1208\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/strong\u003e the attachment precisely on the tooth or bonding surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1353\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eSqueeze to release\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing intentional placement with minimal tip movement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eBy maintaining a secure hold until deliberate release, this mechanism helps reduce hand tremor and improves confidence when working in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1490\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003edeep, narrow, or difficult-to-reach areas\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1538\" data-end=\"1541\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1543\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eAvailable Configurations (Variants)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1598\"\u003eWorking End\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1601\" data-end=\"1611\"\u003eStraight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eCurved\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp 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data-end=\"1825\"\u003eHelps reduce tremor during placement for improved accuracy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eAvailable in 4″ and 6″ lengths to accommodate access depth and hand preference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eStraight tips for direct access and clear visualization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eCurved tips for posterior access or challenging angles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2030\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eFine working tips designed to minimize obstruction of the surgical field\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003e\n\u003cp 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