Morelli Ligature Wire Tucker Curved Tip – 7502074

• Dual straight and curved ends
• Notch for archwire bending
• Secure tucking of ligature wires
• Accommodates metal and elastic bandages
• Optimal fitting and application
• Individually packaged for hygiene

Morelli Ligature Wire Tucker with Curved Tip (Item code: 7502074) is a versatile instrument designed for efficient manipulation of orthodontic elastics. Its dual straight and curved ends facilitate easy intraoral placement and manipulation. The curved tip is particularly useful for accommodating metal and elastic bandages within bracket channels and other orthodontic appliances. The instrument’s notch in the working end enables precise application of pressure to bend archwires into bracket slots. It effectively tucks the cut ends of ligature wires, ensuring they do not cause discomfort to soft tissues. With its combination of straight edges and curves, this ligature wire tucker ensures optimal fitting and application, making it an indispensable tool in orthodontic procedures. It is packaged individually for convenience and hygiene.

• Type: Ligature Tucker
• Category: Orthodontics
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Disposable / Reusable: Reusable
• Sterile / Non-Sterile: Non – Sterile
• Autoclavable: Yes

• 1 x Ligature Tucker

• Prepare the Work Area: Ensure the patient is comfortably positioned, and you have adequate lighting and visibility within the oral cavity.
• Select the Appropriate End: Determine whether the straight or curved end of the instrument is best suited for the task at hand.
• Engage the Ligature: Position the selected end of the tucker near the ligature wire you intend to manipulate.
• Apply Gentle Pressure: Use the instrument to gently push or tuck the ligature wire into place, ensuring it is securely positioned and does not protrude to avoid discomfort to the patient’s soft tissues.
• Utilize Notched End for Archwires: If you need to bend archwires into bracket slots, utilize the notched end of the instrument. Place the notch against the archwire and apply pressure as needed to achieve the desired bend.
• Adjust as Necessary: Make any necessary adjustments to the ligature wire or archwire, ensuring proper alignment and fit within the orthodontic appliance.
• Inspect and Repeat if Necessary: After manipulation, visually inspect the placement to ensure it meets the desired outcome. Repeat the process as needed for additional ligatures or adjustments.
• Dispose Properly: Dispose of any used materials appropriately and sterilize the instrument according to standard infection control protocols for reuse.