orthodontic band

orthodontic band,

a thin metal ring, usually made of stainless steel, that is fitted over a tooth and bonded or cemented to it for securing orthodontic attachments to the tooth. See also adjustable orthodontic band.

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band,

n 1. a cord, tie, chain, or metal collar by which something is bound.
n 2. a contrasting strip or strip of material running through or along the edge of a material.

band adapter,

n See adapter, band.

band, adjustable orthodontic,

n a band provided with an adjusting screw to permit alteration in size.

band, apron,

n See apron band.

band, orthodontic,

n a thin metal ring, usually stainless steel, that secures orthodontic attachments to a tooth. The band, with orthodontic attachments welded or soldered to it, is closely adapted to fit the contours of the tooth and then is cemented into place.

band, pusher,

n an instrument used to adapt the metal band to the tooth.

band remover,

n an instrument used to remove bands from the teeth.

band, rubber,

n See elastic.

band, slip,

n a band formed when a metal is placed under a load and one grain tends to slip or slide on another.

band, striated

n See muscle, striations.