edgewise attachment
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edgewise appliance — a fixed, multiunit orthodontic appliance using a rectangular labial arch wire ligated to brackets cemented to individual teeth or to bands encircling the teeth. So called because the bracket is machined so that the rectangular arch wire is… … Medical dictionary
Orthodontic technology — is a specialty of dental technology that is concerned with the design and fabrication of dental appliances for the treatment of malocclusions, which may be a result of tooth irregularity, disproportionate jaw relationships, or both. There are… … Wikipedia
appliance — A device used to improve function of a part, or for therapeutic purposes. [fr, O. Fr. aplier, to apply, fr. L. applico, to fold together] craniofacial a. a device used to immobilize and/or reduce mandibular or midfacial fractures. SEE ALSO … Medical dictionary
pad eye — noun Etymology: pad (I) : a small usually round opening that is in an edgewise projection of a plate welded or otherwise fixed to a part of a ship s structure and that is used like an eyebolt as a catch (as for hooks) or other point of attachment … Useful english dictionary
eyelet — eye·let (iґlet) an orthodontic attachment, usually used with an edgewise appliance, welded or soldered for better rotational control … Medical dictionary
end tube — an orthodontic attachment on the buccal surface of a terminal banded molar; often referred to as buccal t. when using an edgewise arch mechanism … Medical dictionary
