Bands
The bands are the bands of metal that are cemented into place on the tooth. They provide a handle that is used to control each tooth.
Hooks
Typically used to attach the rubber bands or elastics, the hooks are attachments that are used to apply force to the individual teeth or the archwire. |
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Archwire
The archwire is the primary wire of the braces that fits within the brackets and provides the bulk of the pressure required to reposition the teeth. It also serves as a track for your teeth to move across.
Rubber Band
Rubber bands are used for specific pressure that the archwire is unable to provide on its own. They are often referred to as "elastics."
Bracket
The brackets are the attachments that carry the force of the archwire to your teeth. They are bonded directly onto the teeth.
Coil Spring
The coil spring goes over the archwire and fits between the brackets.
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