Second Order Bend/Tip in Orthodontics

Second-Order Bends / Tip Bends

This video will help you to understand the basic concept of second-order bends which can be given at the finishing stages of fixed orthodontics.
The error in bonding or the position of the tooth can affect the alignment and if there are minor errors, these bends can help reduce time and stress with having to rebond brackets in new positions.

Please watch this video for step by step instructions on how to achieve this bend.

Other helpful youtube links:

1. Loop bend in Round wire in Orthodontics-    • Loop bend for Round wire in Orthodontics  
2. Third Order Bend/ Torque in Orthodontics-    • Third Order Bend/Torque in Orthodontics