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Lingual and bonded appliances are key tools in treating complex malocclusions in orthodontics.
- Construction of Lingual Appliances: Lingual appliances are characterized by a robust construction, with thick archwires made of high-quality stainless steel being their main component. These archwires are integral to orthodontic appliances, ensuring stability and treatment efficacy even in the most demanding clinical cases.
- Function of Bonded Elements: Bonded elements in lingual appliances enhance precision and durability. The soldering technique allows for precise connection of different parts of the appliance, improving the transmission of orthodontic forces to the teeth and jaw bones, thereby enabling more effective treatment of malocclusions.
- Clinical Applications: Lingual and bonded appliances are particularly useful in treating complex orthodontic cases such as overbites, underbites, and crossbites. Their solid construction facilitates effective tooth movement and correction of dental arch shape, which is crucial in orthodontic therapy requiring significant corrective force.
