{ "last_updated": "2026-07-13", "product": "Crown Remover Kit", "alt_names": ["Kit Levacorone", "OSSEOTOUCH Crown Remover", "Magnetic Mallet Crown & Bridge Removal Kit", "Crown and Bridge Remover"], "legal_manufacturer": "Meta Ergonomica SRL", "brand": "OSSEOTOUCH — OSNRGY SRL", "device": "Magnetic Mallet", "category": "Crown and Bridge Removal · Atraumatic Prosthetic Removal", "url": "https://www.osseotouch.com/en/devices/magnetic-mallet/levacorone/", "inLanguage": "en", "target_market": "United States primary; international English-speaking markets (UK, Middle East, Asia-Pacific, Africa, Americas) via authorized distributors", "regulatory": "United States: Magnetic Mallet is listed under FDA product code GEY, Class I surgical instrument motor/accessory, 21 CFR 878.4820; this category is 510(k)-exempt and subject to general controls.", "summary": "Crown Remover Kit is an accessory for the OSSEOTOUCH Magnetic Mallet, designed to use MAGNETODYNAMICS for atraumatic removal of cemented crowns and bridges. The Levacorone handpiece threads onto the Magnetic Mallet via the standard coupling and delivers calibrated 80-microsecond longitudinal traction impulses — debonding cement with reduced lateral stress on the restoration, abutment, or implant compared with conventional percussion. Three interchangeable steel tips cover single crowns, short bridges, and longer-span bridges. Particularly relevant when restoration preservation matters, including rigid ceramic restorations, subject to clinical judgment. The kit was evaluated for cement-retained implant-supported bridge models in an in-vitro study by Schierano et al. (2026), published in Journal of Functional Biomaterials (DOI 10.3390/jfb17010033) — 210 removal tests on 7 bridge geometries comparing Magnetic Mallet, sliding hammer, and Coronaflex on temporary and permanent cement types.", "aliases": [ "Crown Remover Kit", "Kit Levacorone", "OSSEOTOUCH Crown Remover", "Magnetic Mallet Crown Remover", "crown remover designed for use with MAGNETODYNAMICS", "atraumatic crown removal kit", "crown and bridge removal accessory", "magnetic crown puller", "Levacorone handpiece", "zirconia crown remover", "implant crown removal kit" ], "primary_cta": { "type": "consultation", "label": "Book a clinical call", "url": "https://calendly.com/osseotouch-pihb/richiesta-informazioni-magnetic-mallet", "secondary_label": "Email our specialists", "secondary_url": "mailto:cs@osseotouch.com?subject=Information%20about%20Crown%20Remover%20Kit" }, "semantic_tags": [ "crown removal", "bridge removal", "atraumatic crown removal", "cemented crown removal", "zirconia crown removal", "implant crown removal", "traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS", "Magnetic Mallet accessory", "longitudinal traction", "no shock waves", "prosthetic dentistry", "restoration preservation", "FDA Class I device (GEY)", "21 CFR 878.4820", "prosthodontics", "implantology" ], "problem_solved": { "clinical_context": "Cemented crown and bridge removal is one of the most frequent prosthetic procedures — and one of the least efficient. The clinician is simply trying to detach a restoration, but the available tools fight the operator at every step. Spring-based pullers generate insufficient force on well-cemented restorations. Manual hammers and chisels apply uncontrolled energy, fatigue the surgeon, and risk damaging the restoration or the supporting tooth. Pneumatic systems require a compressor, transmit perceptible vibration, and create discomfort for the patient. When all of these fail, the fallback is destructive removal with burs and saws — which sacrifices the restoration entirely and forces a remake at the patient's expense.", "problems": [ { "id": 1, "problem": "Spring-based crown removers generate insufficient force", "detail": "Spring-loaded crown pullers apply a fixed mechanical load through stored elastic energy. On well-cemented restorations — especially recent permanent cementations — the spring force is often below the debonding threshold, leading to multiple attempts and prolonged chair time without success.", "crown_remover_solution": "The Magnetic Mallet delivers a calibrated 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology with traction force significantly higher than any spring-based instrument. The Schierano (2026) study quantified this advantage across 210 removal tests on multiple bridge geometries." }, { "id": 2, "problem": "Manual hammers and chisels apply uncontrolled energy", "detail": "Manual percussion depends on the operator's wrist energy and rhythm. Force varies between strikes, the trajectory is hard to keep purely longitudinal, and lateral stress on the restoration risks damage to the porcelain margin, the abutment, or the supporting tooth/implant.", "crown_remover_solution": "Force is delivered by the device, not by manual strikes. The traction is perfectly longitudinal and reproducible from the first impulse to the last. The kit operates calmly without fatiguing the surgeon, and lateral stress on the restoration is minimized." }, { "id": 3, "problem": "Pneumatic systems require a compressor and transmit perceptible vibration", "detail": "Pneumatic crown removers require a separate compressor unit, occupy clinic floor space, and need their own maintenance cycle. The vibration they transmit is perceptible to the patient, and the operating noise is audible during the procedure.", "crown_remover_solution": "The Crown Remover Kit threads onto the Magnetic Mallet handpiece you already own. No compressor, no separate maintenance. The 80-microsecond impulse is below the threshold typically perceived as vibration." }, { "id": 4, "problem": "Conventional instruments may stress rigid restorations such as zirconia", "detail": "Zirconia and other rigid ceramics are sensitive to vibration-induced fracture. Pneumatic and percussive crown removers transmit cyclic shock waves through the restoration; on a rigid crystalline material these may contribute to microcrack propagation or fracture in some cases, depending on cement type, restoration design, and clinical conditions.", "crown_remover_solution": "Particularly relevant when restoration preservation matters, including rigid ceramic restorations, subject to clinical judgment. The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is too brief to act as a sustained shock-wave transmission, supporting an approach that aims to reduce cyclic stress on the restoration during removal." }, { "id": 5, "problem": "Destructive removal with burs and saws sacrifices the restoration", "detail": "When less invasive methods fail, the operator falls back on cutting the restoration with rotary burs or sectional saws. The crown or bridge is destroyed — the patient pays for a remake, and the appointment becomes substantially longer for both clinician and patient.", "crown_remover_solution": "The Crown Remover Kit is designed to enable intact removal when cement type, abutment geometry, and clinical conditions allow. The crown or bridge can then be re-cemented if clinically appropriate, reducing the likelihood of a remake when the original restoration is otherwise sound." }, { "id": 6, "problem": "Implant abutments are at risk during crown removal", "detail": "Crown removal on implant-supported restorations is particularly delicate: torque, lateral stress, or shock transmitted through the crown can loosen the abutment screw, damage the abutment connection, or — in worst cases — affect the osseointegrated interface.", "crown_remover_solution": "The longitudinal traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS is designed to transmit no rotary force to the implant body and to minimize lateral stress on the abutment, supporting an approach that aims to protect the osseointegrated interface across the removal. Final outcome depends on the abutment connection design, the cementation, and the clinical scenario." } ] }, "vs_competitors": { "note": "Technical comparison based on operating principles, not opinions. Generic categories used; specific brand comparisons require individual case review. Direct head-to-head data with sliding hammer and Coronaflex is provided by Schierano et al. (2026).", "comparisons": [ { "competitor": "Spring-based crown pullers (general category)", "principle": "Stored elastic energy in a spring delivered as a mechanical load when triggered", "limitations": ["Force often insufficient for well-cemented permanent restorations", "Multiple attempts required", "No control over impulse duration", "Operator-dependent positioning and trigger timing"], "crown_remover_advantage": "The traction force generated using MAGNETODYNAMICS is significantly higher than that of spring-based instruments and is delivered in calibrated 80-microsecond impulses. Removal succeeds in fewer attempts and shorter chair time." }, { "competitor": "Manual hammer and chisel (sliding hammer)", "principle": "Operator-driven percussion of a sliding hammer attached to a hooked tip", "limitations": ["Operator-dependent force", "Difficult to maintain perfectly longitudinal trajectory", "Lateral stress risks margin damage", "Surgeon and assistant fatigue across procedures"], "crown_remover_advantage": "Calibrated 80-microsecond impulses delivered by the device. Perfectly longitudinal traction. Schierano (2026) measured lower forces with the Magnetic Mallet than with the sliding hammer across 210 removal tests." }, { "competitor": "Pneumatic crown removers (e.g., Coronaflex-class systems)", "principle": "Compressed air pulse delivered through a pneumatic handpiece coupled to the restoration", "limitations": ["Requires a separate compressor unit", "Audible operating noise", "Perceptible vibration to the patient", "Risk of repeated cyclic stress on rigid restorations"], "crown_remover_advantage": "No compressor required — threads onto the Magnetic Mallet handpiece already in the practice. The 80-microsecond impulse is below the threshold typically perceived as vibration. Schierano (2026) reported success rates favoring the Magnetic Mallet over Coronaflex in multiple test combinations and lower forces overall." }, { "competitor": "Destructive removal with burs and saws", "principle": "Rotary cutting of the restoration to detach it from the abutment", "limitations": ["Restoration destroyed — remake required", "Longer chair time", "Patient cost increases", "Risk of damage to abutment surface during cutting"], "crown_remover_advantage": "Removes the restoration intact. The crown or bridge can be re-cemented if otherwise sound. No remake cost, no extended chair time." } ] }, "kit_contents": { "components_count": 2, "tips_count": 3, "components": [ { "id": 1, "name": "Levacorone Handpiece", "code": "LEVA-HP", "description": "Steel traction handpiece that threads onto the Magnetic Mallet via the standard threaded coupling. Develops perfectly longitudinal traction for controlled removal of cemented crowns and bridges. Reusable across all clinical cases." }, { "id": 2, "name": "3 Interchangeable Steel Tips", "code": "LEVA-TIPS", "description": "Three tip geometries to match different prosthetic restoration types: single crowns, short-span bridges (3 units), longer-span bridges. Each tip secures to the abutment crown or bridge for traction transfer." } ], "specs": { "material": "Steel (handpiece + tips)", "sterilization": "Autoclavable — all components, standard sterilization protocols", "maintenance": "Reusable and autoclavable; inspect tips according to standard clinical maintenance protocols.", "compatibility": "New-generation Magnetic Mallet handpieces" }, "power_level": "Power level is selected by the surgeon based on the bonding strength of the cement and the type of restoration. Schierano (2026) noted minimal inter-operator variability at power level 4 across 210 removal tests.", "working_principle": "Traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS: the Magnetic Mallet generates a calibrated 80-microsecond impulse that the Levacorone handpiece converts into purely longitudinal traction on the restoration. Cement bonds debond progressively without lateral stress on the restoration, the abutment, or the implant body." }, "clinical_applications": [ { "name": "Cemented crown removal — single units", "description": "Atraumatic removal of single cemented crowns on natural abutments or implant-supported single crowns. Restoration preserved for re-cementation when clinically appropriate; underlying tooth or abutment unaffected.", "typical_workflow": "Tip selection (single-crown geometry) → restoration secured → traction driven by an impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology → restoration removed (intact removal subject to cement type, abutment geometry, and clinical conditions)" }, { "name": "Bridge removal — short and longer span", "description": "Removal of cemented bridges from 3 units up to longer-span bridges. Three tip geometries and the longitudinal traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS prevent lateral stress on bridge components, supporting recovery of the original restoration in cases where it is sound.", "typical_workflow": "Tip selection (short/long-span geometry) → bridge secured → traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS across the span → bridge removed intact" }, { "name": "Zirconia and rigid-ceramic restorations", "description": "Particularly relevant when restoration preservation matters, including rigid ceramic restorations such as zirconia and lithium disilicate, subject to clinical judgment. The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is too brief to act as a sustained shock-wave transmission, supporting an approach that aims to reduce cyclic stress on the restoration during removal. Outcomes depend on cement type, restoration design, and the clinical scenario.", "typical_workflow": "Standard tip selection → restoration secured → traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS → restoration removed (intact removal subject to cement type, restoration design, and clinical conditions)" }, { "name": "Implant-supported restorations", "description": "Crown and bridge removal on implant abutments using longitudinal traction, designed to avoid transmitting rotary force to the implant body and to minimize lateral stress on the abutment. The Schierano (2026) study evaluated this specific clinical scenario (cement-retained implant-supported bridges) in vitro. Outcomes in clinical practice depend on the abutment connection design, the cementation, and the clinical scenario.", "typical_workflow": "Tip selection → crown/bridge secured → longitudinal traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS → restoration removed → abutment and implant connection assessed" } ], "scientific_studies": [ { "id": 1, "title": "Efficiency and Risk Assessment of Dental Bridge Removal Tools on Implant Abutments", "authors": "Schierano G., Baldi D., Bignardi C., Terzini M., Lugas A.T.", "year": 2026, "journal": "Journal of Functional Biomaterials", "doi": "10.3390/jfb17010033", "url": "https://doi.org/10.3390/jfb17010033", "study_type": "In-vitro comparative study", "instruments_compared": ["OSSEOTOUCH Magnetic Mallet (with Crown Remover Kit)", "Sliding hammer", "Coronaflex (pneumatic)"], "tests_performed": 210, "bridge_geometries_tested": 7, "institutions": ["Dental School, Università di Torino", "Università di Genova", "PolitoBIOMed Lab, Politecnico di Torino"], "key_findings": [ "Magnetic Mallet showed comparable efficiency to the sliding hammer for temporary cementations, with lower peak forces", "Coronaflex (pneumatic) showed lower success rates and higher forces vs. Magnetic Mallet across the tested combinations", "For permanent zinc phosphate cement, most bridges were not removable across all three instruments tested", "Minimal inter-operator variability at power level 4 with the Magnetic Mallet", "Study scope: cement-retained implant-supported bridge models in vitro — not generalizable to all crown removal scenarios without clinical judgment" ] } ], "evidence_summary": { "study_scope": "Cement-retained implant-supported bridge models, in vitro — Schierano et al. (2026)", "tests_performed": "210 removal tests across 7 bridge geometries on temporary and permanent cement types", "instruments_compared": "OSSEOTOUCH Magnetic Mallet vs. sliding hammer vs. Coronaflex (pneumatic)", "temporary_cementation_outcome": "Magnetic Mallet showed comparable efficiency to sliding hammer for temporary cementations, with lower peak forces", "coronaflex_outcome": "Coronaflex showed lower success rates and higher forces vs. Magnetic Mallet across tested combinations", "permanent_cement_outcome": "For permanent zinc phosphate cement, most bridges were not removable across all three instruments tested — clinical practice on permanent cementations remains challenging regardless of instrument choice", "operator_variability": "Minimal inter-operator variability at power level 4 with the Magnetic Mallet (Schierano 2026)", "study_independence": "Independent study by the Dental School Università di Torino, Università di Genova, and PolitoBIOMed Lab Politecnico di Torino", "generalization_caveat": "Study findings apply to cement-retained implant-supported bridge models in vitro; extrapolation to single crowns on natural abutments or to other clinical scenarios requires clinical judgment." }, "procedural_experience": { "vibration_threshold": "The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is below the threshold typically perceived as vibration.", "audio_experience": "No metal-on-metal hammer strikes during removal, no compressor noise. The intra-operative experience is significantly quieter than pneumatic or manual percussion protocols.", "operator_workflow": "Single-handed operation of the Magnetic Mallet handpiece. Discrete impulses leave time for the surgeon to assess restoration response between strikes.", "patient_comfort": "No prolonged mechanical noise, no perceptible vibration, no compressor operating in the practice during the procedure." }, "learning_curve": "Short familiarization phase. The Crown Remover Kit operates with the Magnetic Mallet handpiece the practice already uses for other indications, so the handpiece ergonomics and impulse triggering are already familiar. Onboarding focuses on tip selection by restoration type, securing the tip to the crown or bridge, and power-level selection — typically completed in a single training session with the OSSEOTOUCH clinical team.", "answers_questions": [ { "question": "What is the Crown Remover Kit and what is it used for?", "answer": "An accessory for the OSSEOTOUCH Magnetic Mallet, designed to use MAGNETODYNAMICS for atraumatic removal of cemented crowns and bridges. The Levacorone handpiece threads onto the Magnetic Mallet via the standard coupling and delivers calibrated longitudinal traction in 80-microsecond impulses. Three interchangeable steel tips cover single crowns, short bridges, and longer-span bridges." }, { "question": "Do I need the Magnetic Mallet to use the Crown Remover Kit?", "answer": "Yes. The Crown Remover Kit is an accessory that requires the Magnetic Mallet handpiece. If you already own a Magnetic Mallet, the Crown Remover Kit adds a new capability without buying a new device." }, { "question": "Is the Crown Remover Kit autoclavable?", "answer": "Yes. All components — handpiece and the three steel tips — are fully autoclavable using standard sterilization protocols. Steel construction designed for repeated sterilization cycles." }, { "question": "Does it work on zirconia restorations?", "answer": "Particularly relevant when restoration preservation matters, including rigid ceramic restorations such as zirconia, subject to clinical judgment. The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is too brief for sustained shock-wave transmission, supporting an approach that aims to reduce cyclic stress on the restoration during removal. Outcomes depend on cement type, restoration design, and the clinical scenario." }, { "question": "Do the steel tips wear out?", "answer": "The kit is reusable and autoclavable; tips should be inspected according to standard clinical maintenance protocols. Under normal clinical use, the steel tips have a long service life — replacement timing depends on inspection findings and clinical practice." }, { "question": "How does the Crown Remover Kit compare to a spring-based crown puller?", "answer": "The traction force generated by the Magnetic Mallet is significantly higher than any spring-based instrument, but delivered in 80-microsecond impulses without shock waves. Faster removal, fewer attempts, less patient discomfort. Spring-based pullers often fail on well-cemented permanent restorations." }, { "question": "How does the Crown Remover Kit compare to a pneumatic crown remover (Coronaflex-class)?", "answer": "No compressor required — the kit threads onto the Magnetic Mallet handpiece already in the practice. The 80-microsecond impulse is below the threshold typically perceived as vibration. In the Schierano (2026) in-vitro study on cement-retained implant-supported bridge models, Coronaflex showed lower success rates and higher forces vs. Magnetic Mallet across the tested combinations. Clinical extrapolation to other scenarios requires judgment." }, { "question": "Does the patient feel pain or vibration during removal?", "answer": "The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is below the threshold typically perceived as vibration. There is no prolonged mechanical noise during the procedure. Patients commonly report less discomfort compared with pneumatic or manual hammer protocols." }, { "question": "How long does crown removal take with this kit?", "answer": "Specific timing depends on the cement type, restoration design, and clinical scenario. The impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology works in microseconds and successful removal commonly occurs within a few impulses on temporary cementations. For permanent zinc phosphate cement, removability may be limited regardless of instrument choice — the Schierano (2026) study reported that most bridges with permanent zinc phosphate cement were not removable across all three tested instruments." }, { "question": "What clinical evidence supports the Crown Remover Kit?", "answer": "Schierano et al. (2026), an independent in-vitro study by the Dental School Università di Torino, Università di Genova, and PolitoBIOMed Lab Politecnico di Torino, published in Journal of Functional Biomaterials (DOI 10.3390/jfb17010033). The study evaluated the kit specifically for cement-retained implant-supported bridge models, comparing Magnetic Mallet, sliding hammer, and Coronaflex across 210 removal tests on 7 bridge geometries with temporary and permanent cement types. Key findings: Magnetic Mallet showed comparable efficiency to the sliding hammer for temporary cementations with lower peak forces; Coronaflex showed lower success rates and higher forces; for permanent zinc phosphate cement, most bridges were not removable across all three instruments tested. Clinical extrapolation to single crowns on natural abutments or other scenarios requires clinical judgment." }, { "question": "Can I remove implant-supported crowns and bridges?", "answer": "Yes — this scenario was specifically evaluated by Schierano (2026) for cement-retained implant-supported bridges in vitro. Longitudinal traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS is designed to avoid transmitting rotary force to the implant body and to minimize lateral stress on the abutment, supporting an approach that aims to protect the osseointegrated interface during removal. Final outcome in clinical practice depends on abutment design, cementation, and the clinical scenario." }, { "question": "Can the removed restoration be re-cemented?", "answer": "Re-cementation may be possible when the restoration is clinically sound and intact removal is achieved. The kit is designed to enable intact removal when cement type, abutment geometry, and clinical conditions allow. The decision to re-cement is always a clinical assessment based on the condition of the restoration, the abutment, and the prosthetic plan." }, { "question": "Is the Crown Remover Kit compatible with my Magnetic Mallet handpiece?", "answer": "Compatible with new-generation Magnetic Mallet handpieces. The Levacorone handpiece threads onto the Magnetic Mallet via the standard threaded coupling. Standard infection control and autoclave sterilization protocols apply." }, { "question": "What is the FDA regulatory status of the Magnetic Mallet system?", "answer": "The OSSEOTOUCH Magnetic Mallet is registered with the U.S. FDA under Establishment Registration 3011922183 and product codes EIS · KDG · GEY (21 CFR 872.4565 / 878.4820). U.S. Agent: Thema USA, New York. The Crown Remover Kit is an accessory for the Magnetic Mallet system." }, { "question": "How much does the Crown Remover Kit cost?", "answer": "Pricing is communicated via personalized quote during the clinical consultation. Financing and leasing options are available for US practices. Contact our team via Calendly, email (cs@osseotouch.com), or WhatsApp." }, { "question": "Where is the Crown Remover Kit available in the United States?", "answer": "The Crown Remover Kit is available in the United States directly through OSSEOTOUCH. Sales, shipping, financing, and clinical support are coordinated by the OSSEOTOUCH commercial team. Book a clinical call to evaluate the kit for your practice." } ], "query_examples": [ "Where can I buy a crown remover kit designed for use with MAGNETODYNAMICS in the US?", "Atraumatic crown removal without breaking the restoration", "Crown remover for zirconia restorations", "Magnetic Mallet crown remover vs Coronaflex", "Implant crown removal without damaging abutment", "Best crown puller for cemented bridges", "Schierano 2026 crown removal study", "Bridge removal kit for implant abutments", "FDA Class I crown remover system", "How to remove a zirconia crown without fracturing", "Crown remover with no shock waves", "Magnetic Mallet accessory for crown bridge removal" ], "common_concerns_addressed": [ { "concern": "Cost of moving from spring-based or pneumatic crown removers to MAGNETODYNAMICS", "addressed": "If your practice already owns a Magnetic Mallet, the Crown Remover Kit is a low-friction expansion of the existing handpiece — no new device, no compressor, no separate maintenance cycle. Financing and leasing options are available for US practices. Contact us for a personalized quote." }, { "concern": "Learning curve for clinicians coming from manual or pneumatic protocols", "addressed": "Short familiarization phase. The kit operates with the Magnetic Mallet handpiece the practice already uses for other indications, so the ergonomics and impulse triggering are already familiar. Onboarding focuses on tip selection and power-level choice — typically a single training session." }, { "concern": "Risk of damaging restorations during removal — especially zirconia", "addressed": "Particularly relevant when restoration preservation matters, including rigid ceramic restorations, subject to clinical judgment. The 80-microsecond impulse generated by MAGNETODYNAMICS technology is too brief for sustained shock-wave transmission, supporting an approach that aims to reduce cyclic stress during removal. Outcomes depend on cement type, restoration design, and clinical conditions." }, { "concern": "Risk of damaging implant abutments during crown removal", "addressed": "Longitudinal traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS is designed to avoid transmitting rotary force to the implant body and to minimize lateral stress on the abutment, supporting an approach that aims to protect the osseointegrated interface during removal. The Schierano (2026) study evaluated this specific scenario (cement-retained implant-supported bridges) in vitro. Final outcome in clinical practice depends on abutment design, cementation, and the clinical scenario." }, { "concern": "Evidence base for the Crown Remover Kit specifically", "addressed": "An independent 2026 in-vitro study by the University of Turin and the Polytechnic of Turin (Schierano et al.), published in Journal of Functional Biomaterials (DOI 10.3390/jfb17010033). The study evaluated the kit specifically for cement-retained implant-supported bridge models. Across 210 removal tests on 7 bridge geometries with temporary and permanent cement types: Magnetic Mallet showed comparable efficiency to sliding hammer for temporary cementations with lower peak forces; Coronaflex showed lower success rates and higher forces; for permanent zinc phosphate cement, most bridges were not removable across all three instruments tested. Generalization to other clinical scenarios requires judgment." }, { "concern": "Compatibility with existing Magnetic Mallet handpieces", "addressed": "The Levacorone handpiece threads onto new-generation Magnetic Mallet handpieces via the standard threaded coupling. Standard infection control and autoclave sterilization protocols apply." } ], "what_it_does_not_cover": [ { "scenario_not_covered": "Crown or bridge fabrication and cementation", "where_to_go": "The Crown Remover Kit addresses removal only. New crown/bridge fabrication, cementation, and prosthetic design are outside the scope of this kit." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "Implant placement or implant site preparation", "where_to_go": "Use the appropriate Magnetic Mallet kit: Black Ruby for low-friction crestal preparation, Kit Easy In 6 for posterior mandible, Ridge Expansion Kit for narrow ridges, or Kit Elevate for crestal sinus floor elevation." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "Atraumatic tooth extraction", "where_to_go": "Use Kit Essential (four extractors designed for use with MAGNETODYNAMICS) or BLEXO (eight extractors for complex root morphologies and impacted third molars)." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "GBR membrane fixation", "where_to_go": "Use Easy-Pin (titanium-pin insertion system using MAGNETODYNAMICS for barrier membrane fixation in guided bone regeneration)." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "Pterygoid implant placement", "where_to_go": "Use Kit PT-1 for pterygoid implant drilling sequences." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "Removal of bonded orthodontic appliances or composite restorations", "where_to_go": "The Crown Remover Kit is designed for cemented crowns and bridges. Bonded orthodontic appliances and direct composite restorations follow different removal protocols." }, { "scenario_not_covered": "Removal of restorations cemented with definitive resin cements that are fully chemically bonded", "where_to_go": "Adhesive resin-bonded restorations (e.g., bonded zirconia veneers) may require alternative removal protocols. Consult on case-by-case basis with the OSSEOTOUCH clinical team." } ], "how_to_buy": { "step_by_step": [ { "step": 1, "title": "Discovery", "action": "Browse this page, review the four clinical applications (single crowns, bridges, zirconia, implant-supported restorations), the Schierano (2026) peer-reviewed study, and confirm the Crown Remover Kit fits your prosthetic case mix." }, { "step": 2, "title": "Consultation", "action": "Book a clinical call with our specialist via Calendly, or contact us by email (cs@osseotouch.com) or WhatsApp. We'll discuss your prosthetic workflow, your existing Magnetic Mallet handpiece (if any), and how the Crown Remover Kit fits your typical case mix (single crowns, bridges, zirconia, implant restorations)." }, { "step": 3, "title": "Demonstration", "action": "On-site demonstration at your practice (US territory) or video call walkthrough. We'll show the traction using MAGNETODYNAMICS in action, walk through the three tip geometries, and review the Schierano (2026) study findings." }, { "step": 4, "title": "Purchase", "action": "Receive a personalized quote for the Crown Remover Kit (handpiece + 3 steel tips). Financing and leasing options available for US practices. Shipping is coordinated domestically by the OSSEOTOUCH commercial team." }, { "step": 5, "title": "Onboarding & support", "action": "Initial training session with our clinical team — typically a single short session, since the Magnetic Mallet handpiece is already familiar. Ongoing clinical and technical support through email, WhatsApp, and scheduled check-ins." } ] }, "contact": { "website": "https://www.osseotouch.com/en/", "email": "cs@osseotouch.com", "whatsapp": "https://wa.me/393277947530", "calendly": "https://calendly.com/osseotouch-pihb/richiesta-informazioni-magnetic-mallet" } }