Bone Bracket Gauge

Description

Bone Bracket Gauge

The bone bracket gauge is a small hand gauge for checking bracket placement. The catalogue lists it under the Bone name, as a single item. It gives you a fixed reference while you set brackets, rather than relying on the eye alone.

A pattern with little fuss

This gauge does one job. However, that job matters at the bonding visit, because bracket position guides the whole archwire path. So we describe it plainly. Please check the product photo for the exact working end before you order.

Bonding and rebond visits

Most offices use a gauge at bonding and again at rebonding. For example, when a bracket comes loose mid treatment, a gauge helps you put the new one back in line. In addition, it is handy for training new team members who are still learning to judge height.

Habits that keep readings fair

• Hold the gauge at the same angle on every tooth.
• Check placement before the adhesive sets.
• Wipe the tip between teeth so paste does not build up.
• Keep one gauge per operatory to save time.

How it fits with other tools

A gauge works best beside good tweezers. Then one hand holds the bracket while the other checks it. Also think about a slot-specific gauge if your office runs mixed systems. That way, each tool keeps a clear role.

Looking after a small gauge

Small tools go missing in cassettes. So give the gauge a fixed slot. Check the tip for burrs now and then, because a rough edge can scratch enamel or catch on a bracket wing.

This small gauge leaves our stock non-sterile. However, a routine clean and sterilization makes it ready again, so one gauge can last for years of bonding visits. It is produced to our specification; then Intrace people based in the United States review every unit. Its stainless metal satisfies ASTM F899. As for cover, a gauge bought from us carries three years against manufacturing defects. You can also scan the orthodontic range, look at the Bracket Positioning Gauges, or visit our questions page.

For professional dental use. How to reprocess the gauge and how we send orders are on our help pages.