What is labial bow?

A labial bow is the most notable component of a retainer so patients are very sensitive to the look and feel of it. Even though many laboratories used pre-formed labial bows, OrthoDenco still makes its own in-house; the labial bow is part of our signature of quality in a retainer.

Is labial bow active or passive?

FITTED LABIAL BOW: Appliance should be passive.

Who invented labial bow?

Named for its inventor, Dr. Charles A. Hawley, the labial wire, or Hawley bow, incorporates 2 omega loops for adjustment.

Can you adjust Hawley retainer?

Hawley retainers – these retainers combine hard acrylic which fits snuggly to the roof of your mouth with a front bow section which holds your teeth in place. It can only be removed by your dentist or orthodontist as it is fixed to your teeth. These retainers cannot be tightened.

How can I make my plastic retainer tighter?

If the retainer is made of pink acrylic with wires, soak the retainer in water for a few hours. The acrylic drys out and slightly warps. After soaking the retainer, you can very gently try it in. The more you press, the more the pressure.

How longer is the tag needed for labial bow construction?

SPLIT LABIAL BOW i) Retraction of incisors. ii) Closure of midline Diastema.

Can a Hawley retainer be tightened?

Why are brackets placed lower on teeth?

Required Tooth Movement Bracket placement location relies heavily on the kind of movement required of each tooth. Brackets may be placed higher or lower on the teeth depending on which direction they need to shift in order to leave you with the most perfect possible smile.

Why are my brackets placed so high?

“The placement of the brackets depends on the smile arc of the patient,” says Dr. Gire. “The ideal smile arc is when the edges of the top teeth follow the curve of the lower lip. To achieve this, we place the brackets slightly higher and with a gradual, natural step in heights.