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| An orthodontic archwire is a wire conforming to the alveolar or dental arch that can be used with dental braces as a source of force that can be used in correcting irregularities in the position of the teeth. |
A: There are three basic components to "braces" as we know them: a bracket, a wire, plus a small rubber loop that holds the bracket and wire together.
The wire is known as an archwire because of its unique curved shape that follows a perfect ellipse, mimicking the shape of an arch of teeth. Archwires are used to straighten the teeth by applying gentle force on accurately and artistically positioned braces.
Some archwires are thin and flimsy, while others are thick and stiff. In fact, archwires also vary in cross-sections: some rectangular, some square and others round.
Archwires are made of a variety of metals, each for a specific purpose. Stainless steel and titanium are the two most popular.
Keep smiling, and see you soon for a complimentary consultation.
The wire is known as an archwire because of its unique curved shape that follows a perfect ellipse, mimicking the shape of an arch of teeth. Archwires are used to straighten the teeth by applying gentle force on accurately and artistically positioned braces.
Some archwires are thin and flimsy, while others are thick and stiff. In fact, archwires also vary in cross-sections: some rectangular, some square and others round.
Archwires are made of a variety of metals, each for a specific purpose. Stainless steel and titanium are the two most popular.
Keep smiling, and see you soon for a complimentary consultation.
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