Clear arch form template is used to determine the patient’s arch form on the lower model. (arch form templates – Opal part #400000)

This is the arch form template used in the clinic to form initial/light wires. (arch form templates – Opal part #400000)

Later in treatment, when the .019 x .025 heat activated wire is removed, a wax template is taken of the patient’s lower arch. The lower .019 x .025 stainless steel wire is formed to the bracket indentations in the wax. Take careful attention in establishing the correct posterior …

Upper First Molars
Measure the distance from the maxillary anterior incisal edges to the center of the clinical crowns.

Determine the corresponding maxillary first molar bracket height from the selected row of the McLaughlin Bracket Placement Guide.

Select a band that is slightly larger than the anticipated tooth size. Attempting to place a band that is too small distorts the band and eventually results in significant distortion of the entire band inventory.
Use finger or thumb pressure to seat the band, and work towards the smaller, correct size.

Gently use a plugger to seat the …

Important Keys to Orthodontic Finishing: Case Study 1
Three major keys to orthodontic finishing are:

Tooth Size
Bracket Positioning
Accuracy of the Appliance

The patients shown below are routine cases with good facial balance and Cl I occlusions. They were treated on a non-extraction basis and demonstrate the accuracy of the Avex™ Bracket System.

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Important Keys to Orthodontic Finishing: Case Study 2
Three major keys to orthodontic finishing are:

Tooth Size
Bracket Positioning
Accuracy of the Appliance

The patients shown below are routine cases with good facial balance and Cl I occlusions. They were treated on a non-extraction basis and demonstrate …