OrthoAccel Technologies AcceleDent User manual

1Introduction
Directions for Use
THE FAST TRACK
TO STRAIGHT TEETH
™

OrthoAccel® is a registered trademark of Ortho-
Accel Technologies, Inc. ®
AcceleDent ™ is a trademark of OrthoAccel
Technologies, Inc. ®
AcceleDent is covered by one or more of the
following US patents: 6648639, 6832912,
7029276, and others pending.
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1.0 Introduction
Thank You for Choosing AcceleDent
Talk with Your Orthodontist
About the Manufacturer
Intended Use/Indications for Use
and Contraindications
AcceleDent Components
2.0 Use
Set-up and Charging the Unit
Steps for Use and Use Schedule
Charging Port
Travel Shell
3.0 Care
Cleaning
Storage
Replacement
Disposal
4.0 Safety
Voltage
Water
Warnings
Precautions
5.0 Help
Customer Service
Troubleshooting
Warranties
FAQ
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Table of Contents

1.0 Introduction
7 Talk with Your Orthodontist
8 About the Manufacturer
9 Intended Use, Indications for Use
and Contraindications
10 AcceleDent Components

7Introduction
Your orthodontist is your best resource for
information about your care and AcceleDent.
If you need assistance with any aspect of your
orthodontic care, ask your orthodontist. Or-
thoAccel is not authorized to make any repre-
sentations related to your specic treatment, or
to provide any form of orthodontic treatment
advice or consultation.
Use this handy reference guide to keep track of
your information:
Oce Name: ___________________________
Orthodontist: ___________________________
Address: _______________________________
City, State, Postal Code: ____________________
Telephone Number: ______________________
Emergency Tel. Number: __________________
Treatment Start Date (Yr/Mo): ______________
Talk with Your Orthodontist

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Talk with the manufacturer – OrthoAccel Tech-
nologies, Inc. - about any questions or concerns
that are specically related to AcceleDent and
its components.
Customer Service Information
For assistance, contact the OrthoAccel Custom-
er Service Center:
North America: +1 832.631.1660
Outside North America: +44 (0) 203.318.1915
Email: [email protected]
Online: www.acceledent.com
About the Manufacturer

9Introduction
AcceleDent is an orthodontic accessory in-
tended for use during orthodontic treatment.
It is used in conjunction with orthodontic appli-
ances such as braces and helps facilitate minor
anterior tooth movement.
Intended Use/Indications for Use
Contraindications for Use
• Use of osteoporosis drugs
• Poor oral hygiene
• Periodontal disease that is not under full
control for at least 3-4 months prior to the
start of treatment

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AcceleDent Components
1Activator
1a Power Button
1b Battery Gauge
2Mouthpiece
3Charging Port
3a SmartDisplay
(See Charging Port section for
complete display information)
3b Display Button
3c Power Source
4Travel Shell

11Introduction
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1b
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3
3a
3b
1a
3c
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13Use
2.0 Use
15 Set-up and Charging the Unit
16 Steps for Use
20 Use Schedule
22 Charging Port
27 Travel Shell

15Use
Fully charge the Activator prior to initial use.
Do not leave the Activator docked on an
unpowered Charging Port as this will drain the
Activator battery.
The Activator must be enclosed within the
Travel Shell in order to dock on the Charging
Port. To properly dock the Travel Shell for
charging, engage the Mouthpiece end into
the Charging Port and then gently push
downward until the front end clicks into
place. The Activator is properly docked to the
Charging Port if the LED lights on the Activa-
tor cycle from dark to light and the SmartDis-
play LCD viewing screen on the Charging Port
can be advanced to the various information
windows.
To maximize the time between charges, the Ac-
tivator should be recharged every 3 to 5 days or
when no lights are visible on the Battery Gauge.
Although it takes several hours to fully charge a
discharged Activator, most of the charge occurs
within the rst hour. The battery life is approxi-
mately 2.5 years.
If you have any questions about beginning
your use of AcceleDent, ask your orthodontist.
Set-up and Charging the Unit

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1. Insert Mouthpiece into Activator. Make
sure these two components are properly at-
tached. Two small recessed slots on the end of
the Mouthpiece guide the connection with the
correct side of the Mouthpiece facing up. A very
light tug on the Mouthpiece should not cause
disconnection from the Activator.
2.Turn the Activator“ON.” Press and hold the
power button down until the Activator begins
gentle pulsing.
Steps for Use

17Use
3. Place appliance in mouth and bite
down. Biting lightly, with just enough force
to hold the appliance in place, is ideal. It is
not necessary to bite with excessive pressure.
The appliance does not need to be held by
hand once placed inside the mouth and held
by the bite, although the hands can be used
to adjust the position throughout the session
as needed. You will be more comfortable if
you relax the jaw and facial muscles, while
maintaining enough force to stabilize the
Mouthpiece.
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4. Complete 20-minute session. Simply keep
the appliance in place while it is pulsing. The
HalfTime indicator will“stutter” at the 10-min-
ute mark. If the appliance needs to be shut o
or paused during use, simply press the button
on the Activator in the same manner used
when turning the appliance on.
5. Remove and rinse Mouthpiece. The recom-
mended method for cleaning is to rinse with
lukewarm water. See the “Care” section for
further details.
Steps for Use (cont’d)

19Use
6. Dock Activator. When a session is com-
plete, the Activator can be re-docked on the
Charging Port. Please note that the Activator
must be enclosed within the Travel Shell in
order to dock on the Charging Port. To properly
dock the Travel Shell for charging, engage the
Mouthpiece end into the Charging Port and
then gently push downward. A click indicates
that the appliance has been properly situated.
The appliance can remain on the Charging Port
at all times while not in use; it is not harmful
to the battery. However, it is only necessary to
dock the appliance on the Charging Port when
it is running low on charge, so check the Battery
gauge.
Do not leave the Activator docked on an
unpowered Charging Port as this will drain the
Activator battery.
The Activator is properly docked to the
Charging Port if the LED lights on the Activa-
tor cycle from dark to light and the SmartDis-
play LCD viewing screen on the Charging Port

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Use AccceleDent for twenty minutes per day
and experience gentle pulsing to the teeth that
will help your teeth respond to orthodontic
treatment more quickly.
Select a consistent time for use each day. This
way, it becomes a routine and you are less likely
to forget. Try to nd a time that you can use Ac-
celeDent uninterrupted – it is best not to stop
use in the middle of a session. It is ne to adjust
the external unit with your hand occasionally.
Some patients prefer using AcceleDent just
after they wake up and brush their teeth in
the morning. Others use the appliance while
engaged in a consistent daily activity, such as
reading or watching TV. Try several approaches
and decide on the approach that works best
for you. Dock the Activator, enclosed within the
Travel Shell, in order to upload and view the
SmartDisplay data on compliance and usage.
See the “Charging Port” section of this guide for
further details.
can be advanced to the various information
windows.
Note: OrthoAccel recommends bringing your
AcceleDenttoeachorthodontistappointmentso
that your appliance and usage can be checked.
Use Schedule

21Use
You may easily pause and resume use if you
must be interrupted during a session. To pause,
press the power button on the Activator and
hold it down for about one second. When you
are ready to resume, press it again to unpause.
The appliance will maintain memory toward
the twenty-minute total use duration as long as
the interruption does not exceed ve minutes.
After ve minutes, re-starting AcceleDent will
result in a new twenty-minute session.
AcceleDent features a HalfTime Indicator, dur-
ing which the gentle pulsing goes on and o
for a few seconds, to signal that ten minutes
has elapsed.
The Mouthpiece is waterproof and may be
cleaned under running water. The Activator is
not water resistant and should not be exposed
to running water or submerged under water.
No component of the appliance is dishwasher-
safe. Hand-clean only.

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Use the Charging Port for best results from
AcceleDent. Each time you dock your Activator,
usage information is loaded to the Charging
Port. This may be recorded and provided to
your orthodontist. Your orthodontist may ask
you to provide information about duration of
use or number of uses, and all is readily avail-
able from your SmartDisplay.
Position the Charging Port in a convenient
location near an electrical outlet. Fully charge
the Activator prior to initial use. The Battery
Gauge lights on the Activator will cycle from
dark to light while charging and the SmartDis-
play LCD viewing screen on the Charging Port
can be advanced to the various information
windows. When fully charged the cycling from
dark to light will stop and all four Battery Gauge
lights will be illuminated solid. It takes several
hours for a fully discharged Activator to fully
charge. The battery charge level can be moni-
tored on the Activator’s Battery Gauge, similar
to a mobile phone, by quickly pushing and
Charging Port

23Use
releasing the power button. Once fully charged
the appliance will continue to work without
further recharging for approximately ve days.
It is not necessary to attach the Mouthpiece in
order to dock the Activator, but the Activator
must be enclosed in the Travel Shell to properly
dock the Activator. The Travel Shell itself is what
actually docks to the Charging Port.
The Charging Port, featuring a convenient cord
wrap, is designed to last for the entire duration
of your orthodontic treatment and has a two-
year limited warranty.

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The Travel Shell and Mouthpiece are both
waterproof. None of the system components
are dishwasher-safe. See related details in the
warranty.
There are no self-service parts in the Charging
Port. Removing the cover will void the warran-
ty and presents an electrical shock hazard. For
more information on servicing the Charging
Port see the warranty outlined in the Directions
for Use. Do not return any part of a used Ac-
celeDent to your orthodontist for repair.
SmartDisplay
The SmartDisplay LCD viewing screen is located
on the lower left side of the Docking Station.
The Display Button is located to the right of the
viewing screen.
There are ve separate information windows
available on the single SmartDisplay Screen.
Scan each window by pressing the Display But-
ton to view each information window.
Charging Port (cont’d)