Braces different types of wires
Braces use archwires such as nickel-titanium or stainless steel, with size and shape selected for each stage of tooth movement.
What is the direct answer?
Braces use archwires such as nickel-titanium or stainless steel, with size and shape selected for each stage of tooth movement.
What does this question mean?
The archwire sits in brackets and delivers force through its material, cross-section, and attachments.
What can you do next?
Do not bend a wire; use orthodontic wax over a sharp end and contact the orthodontic team for a repair.
When should you seek dental care?
Do not bend a wire; use orthodontic wax over a sharp end and contact the orthodontic team for a repair. Seek prompt care if symptoms persist, worsen, or include swelling, fever, or functional difficulty.
What should you ask the dentist?
Ask what the current wire is designed to move and how to clean around it.
Frequently asked questions
Can this problem settle without treatment?
The archwire sits in brackets and delivers force through its material, cross-section, and attachments.
What should I ask at the visit?
Ask what the current wire is designed to move and how to clean around it.