Orthodontic Crimpable Hook Long-10pcs Pack

Description

Here are the key details for a Long Crimpable Hook, a versatile orthodontic accessory used in fixed appliance therapy:

🦷 Product Overview

• Type: Long crimpable hook
• Material: Medical-grade stainless steel (e.g., 17-4 alloy for enhanced grip)
• Length: Typically 8–11 mm, depending on the brand
• Design Features:
  • Internally serrated or grooved for anti-slip grip on archwires
  • Ball-end or mushroom head to minimize soft tissue irritation
  • Compatible with round and rectangular archwires up to .022″ slot
  • Can be curved or adjusted chairside for precise positioning
• Application: Used for elastic chains, coil springs, or other auxiliaries to aid in space closure, retraction, or anchorage
• Placement: Crimped directly onto the archwire using orthodontic pliers
• Certifications: Often CE, FDA, and ISO approved
• Packaging: Commonly sold in packs of 10