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Advantages at a glance

· A proven implant attachment system

· Corrects implant divergences

· Fits on every VARIOmulti abutment

· Easy assembly

LOCATOR® abutment and collar for VARIOmulti

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The LOCATOR abutment and collar can be used with straight and angled

(17° and 30°) VARIOmulti abutments.

The 3 mm wide collar is screwed directly onto the VARIOmulti abutment

using the LOCATOR component.

The new collar and LOCATOR attachment in combination with angled

VARIOmulti abutments allows the clinician to compensate for greater

implant divergences. The direction of insertion is then optimized for over-

dentures and denture fi t is better controlled, ultimately allowing for easier

attachment and removal of the denture by the patient. The collar and

LOCATOR combination also offers new temporary restoration possibili-

ties on VARIOmulti abutments.

Limitations to use

· Use with VARIOmulti abutments PF � 3.5 mm is contraindicated.

· Not appropriate where a totally rigid connection is required.

Use

Attach the VARIOmulti abutment on the implant with the appropriate fi nal

torque. Affi x the LOCATOR insert for hand piece (Art. no. 8913 or 8914) in

the dental coupling of the short MONO insertion device.

With the MONO insertion device and MONO torque ratchet, tighten the

LOCATOR abutment and collar on the VARIOmulti abutment to a torque

of 20 Ncm.

LOCATOR® abutment and collar for VARIOmulti2 sets per pack2 sets per pack

8909-2

LOCATOR® insert, for hand piece and for short MONO insertion

device,device, stainless steelstainless steel

Length

23.0 mm 8913

29.0 mm 8914

MONO insertion device,MONO insertion device, stainless steel/PEEK stainless steel/PEEK

short *

Length 15.4 mm

3.03.162

* All latch-type instruments can be utilized with the MONO insertion

device, short.

MONO torque ratchet,MONO torque ratchet, titanium alloytitanium alloy

Length

110.0 mm 3.03.160

ZEST LOCATOR® abutment and collar for VARIOmulti

SWISS PRECISION AND INNOVATION. SWISS PRECISION AND INNOVATION.

LOCATOR®

Implant attachment system

2 © Thommen Medical

Notes

EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS

Batch code

Use by date

Date of manufacture

Sterilized using irradiation

Sterilized using ethylene oxide

Sterilized using steam or dry heat

Temperature limitation

Do not re-use

Non-sterile

Caution

Article number

Conformity symbol as specified by EU Directive MDD 93/42/EEC

Consult instructions for use

Do not resterilize

Do not use if package is damaged

Atmospheric pressure limitation

Manufacturer

Keep away from sunlight

May only be sold to and prescribed byphysicians (USA)

COLOR CODE Each implant platform dia meter has

a color code, which can be found on all implant packs,

on the impression items and on most diameter-specifi c

instruments.

Yellow = platform 3.5 mm

Green = platform 4.0 mm

Blue = platform 4.5 mm

Grey = platform 5.0 mm

Violet = platform 6.0 mm

RESPONSIBILITY/LIABILITY As part of an overall scheme, Thommen

implants may be used only with the ori ginal components and instruments in

accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The use of unapproved com-

ponents from other systems can cause malfunctioning of the implants and

abutments and lead to implant failure. The use of the product is the responsibility

of the user and, as such, beyond the control of Thommen Medical AG. We

refuse to accept any re sponsibility or liability for any damage due to incorrect

utilization of the product.

Products labeled “Do not re-use” may not be refurbished and/or reused. The

refurbishment and/or reuse of these products can affect their function (fi tting

and/or cutting properties) as well as their safe use (risk of infection, disease

transmission, fading of the laser or color marks, corrosion). Detailed information

about the possible conse quences, which may result from negligence to follow

this information, is avail able from your dealer. Caution: Federal law (USA)

restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a dentist or physician.

GUARANTEE OF STERILITY OF STERILE PRODUCTS Products of the

Thommen Implant System supplied in sterile packaging must not be resterilized.

If the sterile packaging is damaged during transport or storage, the product

must not be used. Products that have been opened and have not been imme-

diately used for the intended operation must not be used thereafter. After

resterilization, the safety, function and effi cacy of the product cannot be guaran-

teed by the man ufacturer.

STORAGE Please note the specifi cations on all labels and package leafl ets

regarding transportation, storage and instructions for use.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The following information is not intended as com-

prehensive for the Thommen Implant System. New customers are advised to

undergo training by a specialist experienced in the use of this system.

VALIDITY This product catalogue replaces all previous editions.

PRODUCT DOCUMENTATION You can fi nd detailed information on the

han dling of Thommen implants in our brochures. Ask our national representa-

tives for product brochures and instructions for use.

AVAILABILITY NOTE Not all products shown in this brochure are available in

all countries. For further information please contact our subsidiary or distributor

in your country.

COPYRIGHT©/REGISTERED® SPI®, INICELL®, APLIQUIQ® and Remotis® are

registered trademarks of Thommen Medical AG. Publication or reproduction is

permitted only with the written consent of Thommen Medical AG. LOCATOR® is

a registered trademark of Zest Anchors Inc., CA, USA.

COLORED WARNING STICKER

Application was changed – follow the instructions in the corresponding docu-

mentation.

New design – the application has not been changed.

© Thommen Medical 3

LOCATOR®

Implant attachment system 4

Placement of the LOCATOR® abutment 6

Determining the angulation 7

LOCATOR® male replacement by the dentist 8

LOCATOR® male replacement by the dental technician 12

How to change the LOCATOR® male replacement 14

Reline and rebase 16

Product overview 18

Contents


LOCATOR®

Implant attachment system

Advantages at a glance

· Lowest vertical height

· Locating design

· Retention inside and out

· Rotational pivoting action

· Suitable for non-parallel implants

The LOCATOR® implant attachment system is available for Thommen im-

plants with platform 3.5 mm and major.


The total height of the LOCATOR® attachment (abutment plus LOCATOR®

cap incl. male replacement) is only 3.5 mm on an Thommen implant making

it ideal for cases with limited vertical space.

The self-locating design allows a patient to easily seat their overdenture

without the need for accurate alignment of the attachment components.

The patented Dual Retention innovation provides the LOCATOR® attach-

ment with greater retention surface area than ever before available with

other attachments. The LOCATOR® attachment provides both internal and

external retention to securely hold the overdenture in place.

The design of the pivoting LOCATOR® male allows a resilient connection for

the prosthesis without any resulting loss of retention. Throughout its range

of movement, the nylon male remains in contact with the LOCATOR® abut-

ment.

The LOCATOR® male replacements can be used to restore an implant with

up to 10 degrees of divergence (20 degrees between implants). The

LOCATOR® extended range male replacements can accommodate a diver-

gence between 10 and 20 degrees (40 degrees between implants).

Indications

The LOCATOR® attachment system is designed for use with overdentures

or partial dentures retained in whole or in part by endosseous implants in the

mandible or maxilla.

Contraindications

The LOCATOR® attachment system is not appropriate where a totally rigid

connection is required. Use on a single implant with divergence of greater

than 20 degrees is not recommended.

Sterilization

All components and instruments are supplied non-sterile. Abutments and

metal instruments should be cleaned and autoclaved before use.

This document contains the most current instructions for use.


1. To select the proper LOCATOR® abutment, determine the diameter

of implant being used. Then measure the tissue thickness from the

apical rim of the implant body to the crest of the gingiva at the high-

est side of the implant site. Select the corresponding LOCATOR®

abutment tissue cuff height that exactly equals the tissue measure-

ment, or is the next closest higher size available. The exact tissue

cuff height of LOCATOR® abutment will position the proper 1.5 mm

of working attachment above the surrounding gingival level (the

working attachment should not be submerged below the tissue).

2. The MONO insertion device, short (art. no. 3.03.162), has an internal

dental latch which fits with the “LOCATOR® insert, for handpiece and

for short MONO insertion device” (no. 8913 or 8914).

3. Attach the LOCATOR® insert to the MONO insertion device, short,

and use it to hand tighten the LOCATOR® abutment. Then torque

the LOCATOR® abutments using the MONO torque ratchet. The final

torque for LOCATOR Abutments PF 3.5 mm is 20 Ncm; the final

torque for PF 4.0-6.0 mm is 30 Ncm.

Note

It is recommended that any LOCATOR® implant abutment gets

checked at future recall appointments to ensure that appropriate

torque value is maintained.

* symbolic illustration

Placement of the LOCATOR® abutment

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1. Determine the angulation of the LOCATOR® abutment by attaching

a LOCATOR® parallel post (art. no. 8517) to it and measuring the an-

gle with the LOCATOR® angle measurement guide (art. no. 9530).

2. Select the final LOCATOR® male replacement retention liner based

upon the determined angle measurement of each implant. If the di-

vergence of an implant is less than 10 degrees, use one of the

LOCATOR® male replacements (clear = 5 lbs, pink = 3 lbs, and blue

= 1.5 lbs). If the divergence of any implant is between 10 degrees and

20 degrees, then use one of the extended range male replace-

ments (green1 = 4 – 3 lbs, orange = 2 lbs. and red = 0.5 lbs) which can

accommodate a divergence up to 20 degrees (40 degrees be-

tween implants).

1 The retention value is dependent upon the degree of angulation; at

10 degrees the retention would be 4.0 pounds and at 20 degrees

the retention would be approximately 3.0 pounds.

3. Follow the steps in section, “LOCATOR® male replacement by the

dentist”, or the steps in section, “LOCATOR® male replacement by

the laboratory”.


Determining the angulation

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1. Insertion of the proper LOCATOR® abutment at tissue level must be

completed (see page 6 “placement of the LOCATOR® abutment”)

before beginning the procedure for placement of the LOCATOR®

male.

2. Place a white block-out spacer (art. no. 8514 and included within the

package of art. no. 8519-2) over the head of each LOCATOR®

abutment. The spacer is used to block out the area immediately sur-

rounding the abutment. The space created will allow the full resilient

function of the pivoting LOCATOR® cap over the LOCATOR® male.

Note

If the white block-out spacer does not completely fill the space be-

tween the tissue and the LOCATOR® cap, it is necessary to block out

any remaining undercuts to prevent the added acrylic resin from

locking the denture onto the abutment. This can be accomplished

by stacking more block-out spacers.

3. Insert a LOCATOR® cap with black processing male (part of the

LOCATOR® male processing package, art. no. 8519-2 package or

separate as a package with 20 pieces, art. no. 8515-20) into each

LOCATOR® abutment, leaving the white block-out spacer beneath

it. The black processing male will maintain the overdenture in the up-

per limit of its vertical range of movement during the processing pro-

cedure.

4. Prepare a recess in the denture to accommodate the protruding

LOCATOR® male. There must be no contact between the denture

and the LOCATOR® cap. If the denture rests on the LOCATOR® cap

excess pressure on the implant will result.


LOCATOR® malereplacement by the dentist

Dentist

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5. Use a light-cure acrylic or mix a permanent self-curing acrylic to

cure/bond the LOCATOR® cap into the denture. Place a small

amount of material in the recess of the denture and around the

LOCATOR® cap of the processing male.

6. Insert the denture into position in the oral cavity. Guide the patient

into occlusion, maintaining a proper relationship with the opposing

arch. Maintain the denture in a passive condition, and prevent

any movement of the denture, while the acrylic sets. Excessive

occlusal pressure during the setting time may cause tissue re-

coil against the denture base and could contribute to dislodging

and wear of the nylon males.

7. After the acrylic resin has cured, remove the denture and discard

the white spacer. Use a burr to remove excess acrylic, and polish

the denture base before selecting and installing the appropriate re-

silient nylon male based upon number of implants and patient’s

preference for retention.


8. Use part A of the LOCATOR® core tool (art. no. 8393) to remove the

black processing male from the LOCATOR® cap.

Part A is released from the centre of part B with two full turns

counter clockwise, such that a gap is visible in between.

To remove a LOCATOR® male replacement from the titanium metal

housing – simply insert the tip (part A of the LOCATOR® core tool)

into cap/male assembly and push straight in. The sharp edge of the

tip will grab hold of the nylon male and allow you to pull it straight out

of the cap.

To discard the nylon male from the tip (part A of the LOCATOR® core

tool) on the core tool – just tighten the tip clockwise back onto the

core tool – this will activate the removal pin and dislodge the nylon

male from the tip end.

A

B

B

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B

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9. Part B of the LOCATOR® core tool (art. no. 8393) is used to firmly

push a LOCATOR® male replacement into the LOCATOR® cap. The

male replacement must seat securely into place, level with the rim of

the cap.

Note

Do not use Part A of the LOCATOR® core tool to install new male

replacements: this will destroy them.

The male replacement will not stay on the tool when it is turned up-

side down due to varying retention values of male replacements

available. It is best to hold the denture with the base side down and

snap the male into the LOCATOR® cap.

10. Instruct the patient in the path of insertion. Have the patient insert

and remove the appliance several times.


1. Insertion of the proper LOCATOR® abutment at tissue level must be

completed (see page 6 “placement of the LOCATOR® abutment”)

before beginning the following impression procedure.

Note

The impression must be made with an elastomer impression mate-

rial (polyvinylsiloxane or polyether rubber). Hydrocolloids are not

suitable for this application.

2. Place a LOCATOR® impression coping (art. no. 8505) with black pro-

cessing male onto each LOCATOR® abutment.

Note

An alternative reline impression technique using the patient’s pros-

thesis is possible with use of the LOCATOR® black processing male

(part of the LOCATOR® male processing package, art. no. 8519-2

package or separate as a package with 20 pieces, art. no. 8515-20).

When the impression is withdrawn, the processing male will remain

on the abutment. Remove the processing male from each abut-

ment and snap it onto a LOCATOR® female analog. Reposition this

assembly back into the impression (LOCATOR® cap) making sure it

is fully seated. Pour the master cast.

3. Insert LOCATOR® analogs into each impression coping and pour the

master cast. Upon separation, the LOCATOR® analog is a part of the

master cast replicating the position of the LOCATOR® abutment in

the oral cavity.

4. Before waxing and processing the appliance, place white block-out

spacers and LOCATOR® caps with black processing male on each

analog. Make sure the male is fully seated.


LOCATOR® male replacementby the dental technician

Dental technician

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5. Set the teeth and wax the appliance. Proceed with the processing

technique of your choice through the boil-out step.

6. After the boil-out, remove the processing male. Place a white block-

out spacer over the head of each analog. The spacer is used to

block out the immediate area surrounding the LOCATOR® abut-

ment. The space created will allow the full resilient function of the piv-

oting LOCATOR® cap over the LOCATOR® male.

7. Reinsert the LOCATOR® black processing male into each analog,

leaving the white block-out spacer beneath it. The black processing

male will maintain the overdenture in the upper limit of its vertical re-

siliency during the processing procedure.

8. Complete the processing and discard the white block-out spacer.

Avoid damage to the final male by polishing the denture base before

changing to the final male.

Use part A of the LOCATOR® core tool (art. no. 8393) to remove the

black processing male from the LOCATOR® cap (see page 14, “How

to change the LOCATOR® male”).

9. The prosthesis is polished without the final replacement male

inserted. Soiling and damage to the final male replacement is thus

avoided.


push a LOCATOR® male replacement into the LOCATOR® cap. The


the cap (see page 14, “How to change the LOCATOR® male”).

Note

The male replacement will not stay on the tool when it is turned up-

side down due to the varying sizes of males available. It is best to

hold the denture with the base side down and snap the male into the

LOCATOR® cap.


1. The LOCATOR® core tool (art. no. 8393), which contains a part A for

the male removal and a part B for the male seating, is used to re-

move the nylon male from the LOCATOR® cap and replace it with

another LOCATOR® male replacement.

Part A is released from the centre of part B with two full turns

counter clockwise, such that a gap is visible in between.

To remove a LOCATOR® male replacement from the titanium metal

housing – simply insert the tip (part A of the LOCATOR® core tool)

into cap/male assembly and push straight in. The sharp edge of the

tip will grab hold of the nylon male and allow you to pull it straight out

of the cap.

To discard the nylon male from the tip (part A of the LOCATOR® core

tool) on the core tool – just tighten the tip clockwise back onto the

core tool – this will activate the removal pin and dislodge the nylon

male from the tip end.

How to change the LOCATOR® male replacement

A

B

B

A

B

A



push a LOCATOR® male replacement into the metal LOCATOR®. The


the cap.

Note

The male replacement will not stay on the tool when it is turned

upside down due to the varying sizes of males available. It is best to

hold the denture with the base side down and snap the male into the

LOCATOR® cap.


1. Remove each existing nylon male from its LOCATOR® cap following

the steps in “how to change the LOCATOR® male”. Replace them

with black processing male replacements. The built-in spacer of the

black processing male will maintain the overdenture in its upper level

of vertical resiliency during the reline process.

2. Take a reline impression using the existing overdenture as a tray. The

black processing males will engage the LOCATOR® abutments and

hold the prosthesis in place while the impression material sets.

3. When the impression is withdrawn, the black processing male

replacements will remain in the LOCATOR® caps.

4. Snap a LOCATOR® analog (art. no. 8516, 5.0 mm, or art. no. 8530,

4.0 mm) onto each black processing male and pour a master

model.

Reline and rebase


5. After processing the reline and polishing the denture base, replace

the black processing males with the final LOCATOR® male replace-

ments.


Product overview

PF 3.5 mm PF 4.0 mm PF 4.5 mm PF 5.0 mm PF 6.0 mm

LOCATOR® abutment, Titanium alloy

Collar height

0.73 mm 8875

1.0 mm 8461 8786 8792 8881

2.0 mm 8876 8462 8787 8793 8882

3.0 mm 8877 8463 8788 8794 8883

4.0 mm 8878 8464 8789 8795 8884

5.0 mm 8465 8790 8796

6.0 mm 8466 8791 8797

LOCATOR® male processing package, Quantity per pack: 2 sets, Titanium/Nylon

8519-2

The set contains

· 1 LOCATOR® cap with male processing, black (8515-20)· 1 LOCATOR® block-out spacer (8514)· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement, clear (8524)

· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement, pink (8527)

· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement, blue (8529)

LOCATOR® male processing package, for extended rangeQuantity per pack: 2 sets, Titanium/Nylon

8540-2

The set contains

· 1 LOCATOR® cap with male processing, black (8515-20)· 1 LOCATOR® block-out spacer (8514)· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement green (8547)

· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement orange (8915)

· 1 LOCATOR® male replacement red (8548)

LOCATOR® male replacement, 4 pieces, Nylon

Retention value Color

5 lbs. clear 8524

light 3 lbs. pink 8527

extra light 1.5 lbs. blue 8529

LOCATOR® male replacement, for extended range, 4 pieces, Nylon

Retention value Color

4–3 lbs. green 8547

light 2 lbs. orange 8915

extra light 0.5 lbs. red 8548


LOCATOR® core tool, Stainless steel

8393

LOCATOR® impression coping, 4 pieces, Aluminum/LDPE

8505

LOCATOR® analog, 4 pieces, Aluminum

4.0 mm 8530

5.0 mm 8516

LOCATOR® parallel post, 4 pieces, LDPE

8517

LOCATOR® angle measurement guide, Stainless steel

Width Height

50.0 mm 15.0 mm 9530

LOCATOR® male processing, black, 20 pieces, Nylon

8515-20

LOCATOR® block-out spacer, 20 pieces, Teflon®

8514

LOCATOR® insert, for handpiece and for short MONO insertion device, Stainless steel

Length

23.0 mm 8913

29.0 mm 8914

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LOCATOR abutment and collar for VARIOmulti - … · 3 mm Fo_02d202.00 06/14 canarini communications The LOCATOR abutment and collar can be used with straight and angled (17° and