3M Unitek Elastics, 404-636, Heavy 6 oz, 1/4 in, Red (Fred), 100/Pk, 30 Pks/Box

Description:

3M Unitek Elastics, 404-636, Heavy 6 oz, 1/4 in, Red (Fred), are orthodontic elastics designed for use as part of professionally managed orthodontic treatment. This product features a 1/4-inch size and a Heavy 6 oz force classification, providing clinicians with a defined elastic option for treatment protocols that require the corresponding dimensions and force level. The elastics are supplied in packs of 100, with 30 packs per box, providing a practical quantity for orthodontic practices and routine patient care. Orthodontic elastics are commonly used to apply inter-arch or intra-arch forces between selected teeth, brackets, hooks, or other compatible orthodontic attachments. Depending on the patient's treatment plan, elastics may assist with correcting selected bite relationships, maintaining desired tooth positioning, or supporting other orthodontic mechanics. The exact placement pattern, force requirement, and duration of wear should always be determined by the treating orthodontist. The 1/4-inch size identifies the specified dimension of this elastic, while the Heavy 6 oz designation identifies its force category. Orthodontic elastics are available in different sizes and force levels, and selecting the appropriate configuration is important for matching the clinician's prescribed treatment mechanics. The 404-636 configuration provides a specific combination of size and force for compatible orthodontic applications. The Red color, identified as �Fred,� provides a distinctive option within the range of 3M Unitek elastics. Colored orthodontic elastics can allow patients to personalize the appearance of their orthodontic appliances and can also help clinicians and staff distinguish different products during treatment preparation. Color identification can be particularly useful in practices where multiple elastic sizes, force levels, and colors are stored. The packaging format includes 100 elastics per pack and 30 packs per box. This quantity supports convenient inventory management and provides a substantial supply for orthodontic practices with regular elastic requirements. Keeping elastics organized by catalog number, size, force, and color can help dental staff select the intended product efficiently during patient appointments. These elastics should be used according to the orthodontist's instructions. Patients should receive guidance regarding correct placement, wear duration, replacement frequency, storage, and handling. Elastics should be replaced as directed because their force characteristics can change with use and stretching. Dental professionals should also ensure that the selected elastic is compatible with the patient's orthodontic appliance and treatment plan. Overall, 3M Unitek Elastics, 404-636, Heavy 6 oz, 1/4 in, Red (Fred), provide a clearly specified orthodontic elastic option for professional treatment. Their defined 1/4-inch size, Heavy 6 oz force classification, distinctive Red color, and 100-per-pack format make them suitable for organized clinical use when prescribed and managed by a qualified orthodontic professional.