Pliers for Bands

Description

Pliers for Bands

Band work often calls for a matched pair. These pliers for bands come as a Right and a Left pattern. The catalogue gives few details beyond the side, so we keep this page short and plain. Look at the photos to see the beak form before you order.

Two Sides, One Purpose

Molars sit on both sides of the arch. Therefore, some band pliers come in handed pairs. Each side faces the opposite way, so you can work from a natural angle on either side. In practice, a pair means less twisting of the wrist during a long band visit.

Right or Left: Choosing Your Option

• Right: the right-hand pattern of the plier.
• Left: the left-hand pattern of the plier.
• Both: order one of each if you band on both sides often.

We sell each side singly. So you can replace one side alone if needed.

Where They Fit in a Band Visit

A band visit has several steps. First, you separate the teeth. Next, you fit and seat the band, then cement it. These pliers for bands belong to that stage of treatment. However, the catalogue does not list a single task for them, so use them as your clinic protocol directs.

Simple Checks Before Each Use

Look at the beaks under good light. They should meet evenly, with no burrs. Also, work the joint open and shut several times. If it feels gritty, clean it again and add a little oil. The pliers ship non-sterile, but they return to service after cleaning and sterilization.

Ordering a Handed Pair

Both sides follow our specification. Their stainless steel meets ASTM F899, and a United States inspection signs off each one. If either plier shows a build fault, contact us, because the cover is three years against manufacturing defects. To seat bands, many clinics also use our band seating pliers. See more in the orthodontics section of our store, or read our answers to common questions.

Meant for professional dental teams only. Our instrument care page and delivery details are worth a quick read.