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Description
- Function: The primary function is mechanical fixation. Unlike elastic ligatures that can lose force over time, steel ties maintain tension and force consistency throughout the treatment phase.
- Material: They are made from high-quality, corrosion-resistant medical-grade stainless steel (commonly 304 grade).
- Appearance: They are thin, metallic wires, often pre-formed with a twisted end (pigtail) for quick placement.
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Advantages over Elastics:
- Provide firmer and more stable archwire ligation.
- Are more hygienic, with less plaque and saliva retention, which may allow for longer intervals between appointments.
- Enable more effective control over tooth rotation and torque.
- Help in "low-friction" mechanics, which can enhance sliding efficiency during space closure.
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Types:
- Shorty/Pre-formed: Pre-cut with a pre-twisted pigtail for fast placement on individual brackets.
- Long: Sold in spools or long, straight pieces (e.g., 6 inches) that are cut and twisted by the clinician for specific applications like continuous ligation (lacebacks) that involve multiple teeth.
- Kobayashi Ties: A specific type of steel tie that includes an auxiliary hook, allowing for the attachment of intra-oral elastics directly to the bracket itself.
Specifications
Common specifications for steel ties in dental orthodontics include:
- Material: Medical-grade stainless steel (e.g., 304 SS).
- Diameter (Gauge): The wire thickness is a key specification, available in various gauges to suit different clinical needs. Common sizes range from 0.009" to 0.014" (approx. 0.20mm to 0.36mm).
- Length: Available as short pre-formed ties or in longer lengths (e.g., 6 inches) or on spools.
- Packaging: Typically sold in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 pieces, or by weight (e.g., 50g spools).
- Temper: Often specified as "dead-soft" or soft temper to ensure flexibility and ease of manipulation, twisting, and tucking without breakage.
- Certification: Many products are FDA certified and meet ISO quality standards (e.g., ISO 13485).
The selection of a specific steel tie depends on the required force, the stage of treatment, and the specific orthodontic mechanics being employed.
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