Let's unravel the secret behind your perfect smile – Orthodontic Ligature Wire! These tiny wires play a crucial role in your braces treatment, working quietly but effectively to align your teeth with precision.

Here are some key points about orthodontic ligature wire:

1. Material:

• Stainless Steel: The most common material, known for its strength and durability.
• Nickel-Titanium (NiTi): Used for its flexibility and ability to apply consistent force over time, though less commonly used for ligature wires.

2. Types:

• Traditional Ligature Wire: A single, continuous piece of wire that is twisted around the bracket to hold the archwire in place.
• Elastic Ligatures (O-rings): These are small, stretchy rings, often used in conjunction with ligature wire to secure the archwire, especially in cases where easy removal and adjustment are needed.

• It’s generally placed by the orthodontist during adjustment appointments.