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Orthodontic instruments are specifically designed to facilitate orthodontic treatment. Like most instruments used in dental specialties, they are usually made from stainless steel, are unique and have a specific design and purpose. Although not exhaustive, the following is a description of commonly used orthodontic instruments and equipment.
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Fleming, P., Seehra, J. (2019). Orthodontic Instruments. In: Fixed Orthodontic Appliances. BDJ Clinician’s Guides. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-12165-5_2
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