Braces May Look Simple but they Have Many Parts

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Elastic Tie

Tiny rubber band that fits around the bracket to hold the archwire in place.

Loop in Archwire

Typically used for closing space left by and extraction. Many archwires don't have a loop.

Bracket

The main wire that acts as a track to guide the teeth along. It's changed periodically throughout treatment as teeth move to their new position.

Headgear Tube

Round, hollow attachment on the back bands. The inner bow of the headgear fits into it.

Coil Spring

Fits between brackets and over archwire to open space between teeth.

Tie Wire

Fine wire that is twisted around the bracket to hold the archwire in place.

Band

A thin ring of metal fitted around a tooth and cemented into place. The band provides a way to attach the brackets to the tooth.

Hook

Welded or removable arm to which elastics (rubber bands) are attached.

Elastic (Rubber Band)

Small rubber band that is hooked between different points on the appliance to provide pressure to move the teeth.

Testimonials

- GAGE C.

Uniontown

"My three sisters and myself have all come here for our orthodontics care and we couldn’t be happier. Between the four of us we had experienced it all, traditional braces, expanders, Invisalign and all the results were amazing! You will always see us smiling!"

- GABBY H.

Uniontown

"1st class care from Dr. Sepic and his entire staff. Highly recommend Sepic Orthodontics to anyone requiring orthodontic services in the South Hills area."

- PATIENT

Pleasant Hills

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