3M Unitek Nitinol Heat-Activated Archwire, .016, OrthoForm II Square, Upper, 4296-985, Unit of Use, 10/Pk

Description:

The 3M Unitek Nitinol Heat-Activated Archwire is an orthodontic archwire designed for use in fixed orthodontic treatment to support controlled tooth alignment and movement. This product features a .016 inch round cross-section, an OrthoForm II Square arch form, and an upper-arch configuration. It is manufactured from nickel-titanium (Nitinol), a material known for its flexibility, shape-memory characteristics, and heat-activated behavior. Heat-activated nickel-titanium archwires are designed to respond to temperature conditions within the oral environment. As the wire reaches temperatures associated with the mouth, its shape-memory characteristics allow it to become progressively active and move toward its predetermined arch form. This temperature-responsive behavior can help provide controlled and continuous force for orthodontic tooth movement while maintaining flexibility during placement and engagement. The .016 inch round profile provides a balance of flexibility and dimensional stability for appropriate stages of orthodontic treatment. The round cross-section is designed to engage orthodontic brackets while allowing the wire to remain sufficiently flexible to support progressive alignment and leveling. The specific wire size and treatment stage should be selected by the treating orthodontic professional according to the patient's individual clinical requirements and treatment objectives. The OrthoForm II Square arch form provides a standardized configuration intended for the upper dental arch. A consistent arch form can assist orthodontic professionals in selecting an archwire that corresponds with the planned dental arch shape and treatment mechanics. The upper designation indicates that the archwire is intended for use in the maxillary arch. The 3M Unitek Nitinol Heat-Activated Archwire is supplied as a Unit of Use package containing 10 archwires per pack. This packaging format provides multiple archwires for professional orthodontic procedures and treatment applications. Archwire selection, placement, activation, and replacement should be performed by appropriately qualified dental or orthodontic professionals based on the patient's dental condition, appliance system, and treatment plan. Overall, the 3M Unitek Nitinol Heat-Activated Archwire combines heat-activated nickel-titanium technology, a .016 inch round profile, and an OrthoForm II Square upper arch configuration. Its temperature-responsive properties, flexibility, and shape-memory characteristics provide an orthodontic archwire option intended to support gradual alignment, leveling, and controlled tooth movement during suitable stages of fixed orthodontic treatment.