• Two Sizes Available: Comes in short and long sizes to accommodate various clinical needs and treatment plans.
• High-Quality Stainless Steel: Ensures durability and resistance to corrosion, maintaining integrity in the oral environment.
• Easy Crimping: Designed for easy and secure crimping onto archwires, providing stable attachment points for elastics.
• Smooth, Rounded Ball Ends: Enhances patient comfort by minimizing irritation to the soft tissues.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for a range of orthodontic procedures, offering flexibility in treatment approaches.
• Secure Fit: Provides reliable attachment points for elastics, ensuring stability during orthodontic treatment.
• Precision Design: Manufactured to high standards for consistent performance and reliability in clinical settings.

Koden Crimpable Ball Hooks (Pack of 10)

Koden Crimpable Ball Hooks, available in a convenient pack of 10, are essential accessories for orthodontic treatments. Designed to facilitate the attachment of elastics, these hooks are available in two sizes: short and long, offering versatility to meet various clinical needs. Crafted from high-quality stainless steel, they ensure durability and corrosion resistance, maintaining their integrity in the oral environment. The hooks are designed for easy crimping onto archwires, providing a secure and stable attachment point for elastics. Their smooth, rounded ball ends enhance patient comfort by minimizing irritation to the soft tissues. The short hooks are ideal for precise applications where minimal profile is required, while the long hooks provide extra reach and flexibility for complex treatments. Koden Crimpable Ball Hooks exemplify reliability and functionality, making them a valuable addition to any orthodontic practice, ensuring efficient and comfortable orthodontic care for patients.

• Material: Stainless Steel
• Design: Straight
• Size: Short and Long

• Pack of 10

Preparation:

• Ensure all orthodontic tools and materials are sterilized.
• Select the appropriate size and number of crimpable ball hooks needed for the patient’s treatment plan.

Archwire Placement:

• Insert the archwire into the brackets and secure it as per the treatment plan.
• Ensure the archwire is properly positioned and tensioned before attaching the ball hooks.

Attaching the Ball Hook:

• Choose the desired location on the archwire where the crimpable ball hook will be placed.
• Hold the straight portion of the ball hook using sterilized orthodontic pliers.

Crimping the Hook:

• Position the straight part of the hook over the archwire at the chosen location.
• Use crimping pliers to gently squeeze the base of the ball hook onto the archwire.
• Apply even pressure to ensure the hook is securely crimped in place.

Adjustment and Positioning:

• Adjust the position of the ball hook if necessary to ensure optimal placement.
• Ensure the ball hook provides a stable anchor point for elastics or other orthodontic devices.

Checking for Comfort:

• Ensure that the ball hook does not cause any discomfort or irritation to the patient’s gums or cheeks.
• Make minor adjustments as needed to enhance patient comfort.

Using Elastics or Other Devices:

• Attach elastics or other orthodontic devices to the ball hook according to the treatment plan.
• Ensure the devices are securely positioned and provide the desired tooth movement.

Monitoring and Follow-Up:

• Schedule regular follow-up appointments to monitor the patient’s progress and check the condition of the ball hooks.
• Make any necessary adjustments or replacements during these appointments.

Patient Instructions:

• Instruct the patient on proper oral hygiene practices, including cleaning around the ball hooks.
• Advise the patient to avoid hard or sticky foods that could damage the ball hooks or dislodge the archwire.

Completion:

• Continue using the crimpable ball hooks until the desired orthodontic results are achieved.
• Once treatment is complete, carefully remove the hooks and any other orthodontic appliances as needed.

NO WARRANTY

Question) What are Koden Crimpable Ball Hooks used for?

Answer: They are used to provide secure attachment points for elastics in orthodontic treatments, facilitating tooth movement and alignment.