Orthodontic wires Natural (NiTi Round)

Description

Material: Nickel-Titanium (NiTi)

Highly flexible

Shape-memory effect (returns to original shape after deformation)

Superelastic properties (especially at body temperature)

“Natural”:

Often refers to wires that are non-coated and have a natural metallic finish (silver-gray color).

Unlike aesthetic wires (which are coated white or tooth-colored), “Natural” NiTi wires are just polished metal.

“Round” wires:

Cross-section is circular.

Used mainly in the early stages of orthodontic treatment.

Help with alignment and leveling because they are very gentle and apply continuous, light forces.

Typical Sizes:

Common round NiTi wire sizes are: .012″, .014″, .016″, .018″, .020″ (diameters in inches).

Use in Treatment:

First step in braces — these wires help to “untangle” crowded teeth.

Very comfortable for the patient due to light forces.