Orthodontic Band Pushers

Description

Orthodontic Band Pushers

A hand pusher gives you direct feel as you press a band down the crown. Each orthodontic band pusher here does that job, and two forms add a scaler at the other end. You can pick from three forms to suit your hand and your cases.

Three Forms Compared

• Standard, Scaler End: a band pusher with a scaler at the other end.
• Light, Scaler End: a lighter version, also with a scaler end.
• Heavy Duty: a heavy duty band pusher for firmer work.

Picking the Right Weight

If you like fine control, the Light form gives more feel. However, for tight molar bands, the Heavy Duty form lets you push harder with less hand strain. The Standard sits between the two. Since we sell each form singly, many offices keep one of each.

Seating With a Hand Pusher

Place the tip on the band edge, then push in short, firm strokes. Work around the tooth, so the band moves down evenly. Also check the height as you go. If the band tips, go back to the high side first.

Using the Scaler End

Once the band is in, excess cement often squeezes out at the edge. So flip the tool and use the scaler end to clear it. In addition, the scaler end helps lift a band slightly if you need to adjust it.

Wear and Tip Care

Check the pushing tip for flat spots or burrs. Then look at the scaler end, since a dull edge drags rather than cuts. Clean off cement while it is soft, because hard cement takes far more effort.

Band Pusher Order and Cover Details

These pushers follow our spec, and a crew in the United States reviews every one. All three use stainless steel rated to ASTM F899. We cover any factory defect, with three years against manufacturing defects as the time frame. They come to you non-sterile and become reusable after a full clean and sterilization. For lever-style seating, see our Schure band seater. Browse the orthodontic hand tools or our FAQs on ordering.

These are professional use tools. See our sterilization notes and shipping times before you order.