3M Unitek Nitinol Super-Elastic Archwire, .016x.022, OrthoForm II Square, Upper, 4297-801, Unit of Use, 10/Pk

Description:

The 3M Unitek Nitinol Super-Elastic Archwire is an orthodontic archwire designed to support controlled and efficient tooth movement during orthodontic treatment. This archwire features a .016 x .022-inch rectangular dimension, an OrthoForm II Square archform, and is designed for use in the upper dental arch. It is manufactured from nitinol, a nickel-titanium alloy recognized for its super-elastic properties, flexibility, resilience, and ability to provide controlled force during orthodontic mechanics. The super-elastic characteristics of nitinol allow the archwire to undergo significant deflection while maintaining its tendency to return toward its original shape. This property can help deliver relatively consistent forces over a range of activation, supporting gradual and controlled tooth movement as part of a clinician-directed treatment plan. The OrthoForm II Square archform provides a defined upper-arch configuration designed for orthodontic applications. The rectangular .016 x .022-inch wire dimension can provide enhanced control of tooth positioning and archwire engagement compared with smaller or round archwires, depending on the treatment stage, bracket system, and clinical technique being used. Product number 4297-801 identifies this specific configuration of the 3M Unitek Nitinol Super-Elastic Archwire. The product is supplied as a Unit-of-Use package containing 10 archwires, providing a convenient format for orthodontic practices and treatment planning. The individual archwires can be selected by the orthodontic professional according to the patient's dental anatomy, appliance system, treatment objectives, and required mechanics. The 3M Unitek Nitinol Super-Elastic Archwire is intended for professional orthodontic use. Its combination of super-elastic nickel-titanium material, rectangular dimensions, and OrthoForm II Square upper archform makes it an option for orthodontic procedures requiring flexibility, resilience, and controlled force delivery. As with all orthodontic components, appropriate wire selection and clinical application should be determined by a qualified dental or orthodontic professional.