Orthodontics, i.e. obtaining or maintaining the desired position of teeth

AHUMAN NECESSITIES A61Medical science A61CDENTISTRY APPARATUS OR METHODS FOR ORAL OR DENTAL HYGIENE

A61C7/00Orthodontics, i.e. obtaining or maintaining the desired position of teeth

A61C7/002Orthodontic computer assisted systems A61C7/006using magnetic force A61C7/008using vibrating means A61C7/02Tools for manipulating or working with an orthodontic appliance A61C7/023for debonding or removing orthodontic devices A61C7/026for twisting orthodontic ligature wires A61C7/04plier-type A61C7/06Extra-oral force transmitting means A61C7/065with a chin cup A61C7/08Mouthpiece-type retainers or positioners A61C7/10Devices having means to apply outwardly directed force A61C7/12Brackets Arch wires Combinations thereof Accessories therefor A61C7/125Mouth tissue protecting means A61C7/14Brackets Fixing brackets to teeth A61C7/141Brackets with reinforcing structure A61C7/143Brackets with two or more recesses for arch wires A61C7/145Lingual brackets A61C7/146Positioning or placement of brackets; Tools therefor A61C7/148with occlusal or gingival archwire slot opening A61C7/16specially adapted to be cemented to teeth A61C7/18specially adapted to be fixed to teeth with a band Bands therefor A61C7/20Arch wires A61C7/22Tension adjusting means A61C7/28Securing arch wire to bracket A61C7/282Buccal tubes A61C7/285Locking by rotation A61C7/287Sliding locks A61C7/30by resilient means; Dispensers therefor A61C7/303Elastic bands A61C7/306Dispensers or attachment instruments therefor A61C7/34using lock pins A61C7/36Devices acting between upper and lower teeth