NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainer

Save Money, Save Space, Save Time

Universal band reduces inventory by halfNo trimming required with shorter tube design~20% less than leading competitor

1mm markings for precise trimming

Instruments designed for
efficient chairside placement

Designed for Simplicity and Efficiency

Designed for efficient chairside placement, NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainers help reduce inventory through the use of a universal band, save valuable chair time, and offer an affordable alternative to traditional lab-fabricated appliances.

Chairside Workflow

A simpler path from diagnosis to placement

NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainers are designed to help practices preserve space efficiently after the premature loss of primary molars, while reducing inventory demands and minimizing chairside adjustments.

Explore the product story below, including key design features, clinical resources, kit options, and the instruments that support efficient space maintainer workflow.

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Designed for Chairside Efficiency

Every element of NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainers is engineered to simplify workflow, reduce chair time, and minimize inventory without sacrificing performance.

Universal Band Design

Designed for both maxillary and mandibular anatomy
Reduces inventory by one half
Available in a full range of sizes (23–42 with ½ sizes)
Simplifies ordering and inventory management

Shorter Tube Design

No trimming or cleanup required
Saves valuable chair time
Snug tube and loop fit reduces dislodgement
Designed for reliable, consistent placement

Built for Strength and Precision

From material selection to loop design, every component is engineered for durability, reliability, and precise chairside adjustment.

Durable Band Construction

304L stainless steel band for strength and corrosion resistance
Tempered for improved malleability during placement
Strong laser welded joint enhances durability
Designed to minimize breakage and dislodgement

Precision Wires and Loops

Three standard loop sizes to cover all clinical cases
1mm markings for precise trimming and adjustment
Single-width loops simplify inventory management
Optimized curvature reduces slip and tissue impingement

Clinical Perspectives

Hear how clinicians are using the Universal Chairside Space Maintainer to simplify workflow, reduce inventory complexity, and improve chairside efficiency.

Stephen E. Greenleaf, DMD

When my lab increased the price of making a band and loop, I decided to look into the NuSmile Chairside Space Maintainer kit. The price point was more than competitive. I never thought a distal shoe would be so easy to place.

Ben Curtis, DDS

The NuSmile Space Maintainer with its universal band size and shorter tube makes for less stuff, less fuss, and less chair time. That's a win, win, win for my patients, my team, and me!

William “Bill” Waggoner, DDS, MS

I used a competitor's chair side space maintainers for over 20 years, but found that I needed to trim about 30–40% of the tubes in order to make the spacer fit the space. With the NuSmile space maintainers I have not had to trim a single one!

David Harney, DDS, MS

The NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainer simplifies our practice with its universal band design, cutting inventory needs in half while fitting both maxillary and mandibular molars perfectly. The laser-marked loops and shorter tubes make placement a breeze, ensuring reliable results every time.

Why Practices Make the Switch

NuSmile Universal Chairside Space Maintainers provide a streamlined, cost-effective alternative to traditional lab-fabricated appliances—without compromising quality or performance.