摘要 |
<p>A ligature dispenser (15) for elastic ligatures used in orthodontic treatment of patients, and particularly for attaching an archwire to orthodontic brackets. The dispenser includes a hand-holdable curvate or flat body or supporting member (16) on which are mounted a plurality of ligatures (38) in standing up or laying down positions. The ligatures are releasably held on the supporting member by means of a suitable adhesive and/or by friction. A cover (17) may be provided to enclose the supporting member (16) and ligatures (38) during shipping, storing and use.</p> |