There are several ways to engage and secure the archwire into the bracket slot and this segment describes the products used for proper ligation. We will define the indications for using each of them, and the technique used to place them efficiently. This segment features a lecture, project video, an online test, and a hands-on project for you to complete. This mini ortho course is ideal for staff training!
COURSE OBJECTIVES - You will be introduced to elastic ligatures, stainless steel ligatures, Koby hooks, rotation wedges, chain elastics and the techniques and indications for the use of each of them along with the correct instruments to use for efficient and successful placement.
Mini Ortho Course Outline - Ligation Methods
I. Placement Instruction and Indication for the Three Primary Ligation Methods
II. Safe-T-Tie Ligature (also referred to as alastic, o-module, o-ring or quick stick)
III. .010 Steel Ligature Wire
IV. .014 Kobayashi Hook
V. Indications and Placement of the Rotation Wedge
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