Orthodontic appliance, elastomeric component

Country: Australia

Language: English

Source: Department of Health (Therapeutic Goods Administration)

Available from:

American Orthodontics Aust/NZ Pty Ltd

Class:

Class IIa

Manufactured by:

American Orthodontics Corp 3524 Washington Avenue, Sheboygan, WI, 53081 United States Of America

Therapeutic area:

38733 - Orthodontic appliance, elastomeric component

Therapeutic indications:

Plastic Ligatures, Plastic Chains, Separators, Tie Tubing, Plastic Ties, Sleeves, Wedges. A device, which may consist of different configurations, of elastomeric material in the shape of small circles (ligatures), chains or threads with various orthodontic applications. Elastic band (polymeric or rubber band or thread) is used for the movement of teeth and oral structures by orthodontic procedures. Elastomerics are intended for orthodontic movement of teeth (ligatures) or to apply pressure to the jaw to correct alignment (elastic bands) as diagnosed by an orthodontist.

Authorization status:

A

Authorization date:

2007-01-18