Orthodontic Elastic Seperator Used In Conjunction With Fixed Bracket Appliances

Product Description

Elastics are typically made from medical-grade polymeric elastomers, such as rubber or polyurethane. Common types include ligature ties, separators, elastic chains, and O-rings. They can be presented in chain, thread, tube, or ring forms. Used in orthodontic treatments, they serve various purposes like ligation, tooth separation, traction, and torque application.

Separators are considered preliminary consumables in orthodontics and are used in conjunction with fixed bracket appliances. Before bonding bands, they utilize elastic force to create space between adjacent molars, providing the necessary room for band placement. Thus, they are an indispensable consumable for molar band fitting, typically applied to the 6th and 7th teeth.

These separators are available in blue and transparent colors, featuring an S-shape. Each pack contains 10 strands, with 70 small rings per strand, totaling 700 individual separators.

Core Function

Creating Space for Orthodontic Bands

For patients just starting orthodontic treatment, molars are often in tight contact with no natural space for band placement. Separators are wedged between two molars to provide continuous elastic expansion, creating the necessary gap over a period of 3 to 7 days.

Separating Tightly Contacted Teeth

Molars may be tightly pressed together due to tooth rotation, crowding, or retained primary (baby) teeth. Separating these teeth facilitates subsequent procedures, such as taking impressions, bonding bands, and placing buccal tubes.

Assisting in Minor Space Management

In specific cases, separators can be used to temporarily create a micro-gap, assisting in the alignment of anterior teeth.

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