Lingual Button For Orthodontic Invisible Traction

Product Introduction

Lingual Button is a small metal accessory used in orthodontics, adhered to the inner side of teeth (tongue side), used as a traction hook, convenient for hanging rubber bands/chains, concealed and does not affect the appearance of a smile. Tongue buckle is the core accessory of orthodontic invisible traction, which balances function and aesthetics, and is widely used for bite adjustment, twisted tooth correction, and invisible correction assistance. Proper cleaning and avoiding licking can reduce discomfort and the risk of detachment. There are many types of Lingual Button, including monoblock Lingual Button, bondable Lingual Button, welded Lingual Button, double wing Lingual Button, eyelet Lingual Button, diagonal hook Lingual Button, and oval bottom Lingual Button,Ceramic Lingual Button. The packaging method for Lingual Button is 10 pieces per bag.

Basic structure

Structure: Base (mesh/smooth, used for bonding)+Head (round button/double wing/pull ring, used for hanging and pulling).

Materials

Medical grade stainless steel, with a smooth surface, corrosion resistance, and good biocompatibility.

Advantages

Completely concealed, does not affect the smile; Stable fixation and efficient traction; Small size and high comfort.

Common Types

According to a fixed method

•   Adhesive type: Base mesh, adhered to the inner side of teeth with orthodontic adhesive, most commonly used in clinical practice.

•   Welding type: welded onto the loop/lingual archwire, commonly used for fixing orthodontic appliances.

By appearance

•  Button type: Round button, compact and suitable for regular traction.

•   Double wing type: With wings on both sides, it has a large bonding area and strong fixation, suitable for twisting teeth.

•  Pull ring/hook type: With a loop/hook, it is convenient to hang the traction chain, and the traction force is more stable.

Main Function

1. Intermaxillary traction: Use a rubber band to adjust bite, improve retrognathia, deep overbite, locking, and midline misalignment.

2. Correction of torsion/tilt: For teeth with severe torsion or lingual tilt, provide traction points to assist in straightening.

3. Auxiliary invisible correction: Invisible braces bonded to lingual clasps are used for interdental traction or pulling of obstructed teeth.

4. Aesthetic priority: completely concealed, suitable for patients with high appearance requirements.