A ligature director is a dental instrument used in orthodontics to guide and position ligatures (small wires or elastic ties) around brackets and archwires.
It has a small grooved or notched tip that allows the clinician to:
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Tuck ligature wires under the archwire
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Position elastic ligatures around brackets
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Adjust ligatures safely without injuring soft tissue
In simple terms, it helps place and secure ligatures with precision and control, especially in tight areas of the mouth.
A picker in an orthodontic scaler refers to the fine, sharp, pointed tip on a dual-ended instrument used in orthodontics.
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The picker tip is used to pick, tease, or remove small debris, excess cement, or adhesive around brackets and bands.
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It is also helpful to position or remove elastic ligatures and make small adjustments in tight spaces.
When combined in an orthodontic scaler, the instrument typically has:
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A scaler end → for cleaning deposits
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A picker end → for precise picking and detailed work
A Fillion explorer is a fine, sharp orthodontic explorer used for detailed examination and precision work around brackets and bands.
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It has a very thin, pointed tip (more delicate than a regular explorer).
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Used to detect excess cement, adhesive, or small irregularities around orthodontic appliances.
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Helps in checking margins and tight areas that are hard to see.
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Can also assist in light picking or adjusting small materials during procedures.
In short, the Fillion explorer is designed for high-precision inspection and fine manipulation in orthodontics.
An orthodontic scaler is a dental instrument used to remove excess cement, plaque, and adhesive around brackets and bands during orthodontic procedures.
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