Ancillary Instruments & Accessories

Orthodontic Ancillary Instruments and Accessories

Orthodontic ancillary instruments help seat bands, position brackets accurately, place ligatures and manage aligners.

Products in This Category

• Mershon band pusher: Seats bands on molars and premolars.
• Bracket height gauge: Places brackets at a consistent height.
• Ligature director: Tucks ligature ends and guides archwires.
• Bracket tweezer: Holds brackets securely during placement.
• Aligner plier: Adjusts clear aligners chairside.
• Posterior band remover: Removes molar bands safely.

How to Choose Orthodontic Ancillary Instruments and Accessories

• Use gauges for consistent bracket placement.
• Choose band seaters with comfortable, non-slip handles.
• Keep a plier holder for organized trays.
• Confirm the manufacturer’s documentation and certifications, and follow a proper cleaning and sterilization guide.

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FAQs

What is a bracket height gauge used for?

It measures the distance from the incisal edge so brackets are bonded at a consistent height.

What is a band pusher used for?

A band pusher seats orthodontic bands fully onto the tooth.

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