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MHM bracket design on the path of Dr Andrews of true straight wire technique, prototype study design
Mohamed Abdelaal Elkolaly1, Hasan S Hasan2, Manal Y Foda3
1Department of Orthodontic, Royal Dental Center, Alexandria, Egypt.
Objective:
The authors invented an innovation in the bracket design; that targeted to fulfill the aim of Dr. Andrews for a true straight wire technique.
Materials And Methods:
The use of the ball and socket design together with the ability to relocate the position of the slot in three dimensions enhances the control and precision of individual teeth.
Results:
The revolutionary bracket eliminated any wire bending in the initial, intermediate or finishing stages of fixed orthodontic treatment. This was achieved together with complete 3D control on individual teeth positions to achieve the finest occlusion for individual patients.
Conclusions:
That system allowed for a true straight wire mechanics with no wire bending. The design could be used labially or lingually without the need of indirect bonding techniques. Additionally, any adjustments could be performed intraorally with simple pressure.