elastic ligature

e·las·tic lig·a·ture

1. a rubber ligature that slowly constricts;

2. in orthodontics, a stretchable threadlike material that may be tied from a tooth to an archwire or from tooth to tooth to gain movement of these units.

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e·las·tic lig·a·ture

(ĕ-lastik ligă-chŭr)

1. Rubber ligature that slowly constricts.

2. In orthodontics, stretchable threadlike material that may be tied from a tooth to an archwire or from tooth to tooth to gain movement.

Medical Dictionary for the Dental Professions © Farlex 2012