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OPEN COIL SPRING [1 record]

Record 1 2006-12-15

English

Subject field(s)
  • Orthodontics
CONT

Open coil springs sized in 15mm lengths. Designed for opening spaces up to 15mm. Place the spring over the archwire and compress to as small as 3mm between brackets or engaging a stop. The coil will expand to provide light continuous force for minimal patient discomfort.

Key term(s)
  • open-coil spring

French

Domaine(s)
  • Orthodontie

Spanish

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