What is this archwire?

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garrettnb
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What is this archwire?

#1 Post by garrettnb »

I was just looking into something about my treatment today, and i found this picture. Does anyone know what this archwire is used for?

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lionfish
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#2 Post by lionfish »

I think it may be a multiloop edgewise archwire. There are some people on the board who have them. If you do a search, you'll find more about what this wire can do.

Kimber
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#3 Post by Kimber »

I don't know, but it looks like it would be a great food trapper! Good luck brushing!
Spacers June 1, 2006
Braces on top June 8, 2006
Braces on bottom August 21, 2006
Only two years to go!

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