Paul Brown1, Warren Wagner2, Hyden Choi3. 1. a Retired, Midway, Utah. 2. b Associate Professor, Department of Restorative Dentistry, University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, Detroit, Mich. 3. c Private practice, Detroit, Mich.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To measure the slot dimensions of an entire series of metal orthodontic brackets. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ten bracket series approximating five complete sets of brackets each were imaged and measured. Descriptive statistics were generated. RESULTS: Slot dimension varied significantly from series to series as well as within the series themselves. About one-third of the brackets would not accommodate a full-size wire, and 15% to 20% are 0.001 inches or larger than the nominal advertised size. CONCLUSION: The clinician is unlikely to have on hand complete sets (upper and lower 5-5) of ideal brackets and should both expect and be able to be accommodate tooth movement through wire bending in three planes of space to overcome any bracket deficiencies.
OBJECTIVE: To measure the slot dimensions of an entire series of metal orthodontic brackets. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Ten bracket series approximating five complete sets of brackets each were imaged and measured. Descriptive statistics were generated. RESULTS: Slot dimension varied significantly from series to series as well as within the series themselves. About one-third of the brackets would not accommodate a full-size wire, and 15% to 20% are 0.001 inches or larger than the nominal advertised size. CONCLUSION: The clinician is unlikely to have on hand complete sets (upper and lower 5-5) of ideal brackets and should both expect and be able to be accommodate tooth movement through wire bending in three planes of space to overcome any bracket deficiencies.
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