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Enduring Excellence 

It is not enough for a cutter to be sharp or a bender to form 

wire. They must function consistently over time. American 

Orthodontics delivers on this promise with its premium line of 

Omega Precision Instruments. 

Pleasing to the Eye and Hand 

Omega’s hand-polished, satin finish compliments the 

appearance of any modern office, while also reducing glare. 

Its contemporary, sleek design fits the hand comfortably and 

performs effortlessly. 

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Ten Year Warranty 

A warranty this strong comes from a commitment to 

craftsmanship, which begins with quality materials and 

ends with precision manufacturing. Omega Instruments 

are guaranteed to resist corrosion and breakage for 

10 years. Every Omega instrument is made from our 

uniquely formed DuraSteel TM forgings, providing excellence 

that endures the harsh environment of cleaning 

and sterilization. Each instrument is designed for a 

particular purpose, so Omega forging alloys are blended 

for that purpose. For example, cutters are designed to 

flex in the handle more than benders to provide a more 

comfortable shock absorber effect. 

The inserts for Omega cutters integrate 

seamlessly into the head of the cutter, 

repelling corroding elements and offering 

the perfect balance between sharpness 

and durability. 


Precision Manufacturing 

Precision manufacturing can only be appreciated when 

handling different styles of Omega Instruments. Consistency 

in the functioning of the instrument as well as 

its fit and feel in the hand are what separates precision 

instruments from the rest of the field. Instead of spending 

time to find your favorite instrument, you can pick 

the one closest to you and feel confident that it fits your 

hand just the way you like it. 

All Omega Precision Instruments are 

laser marked for part identification and 

maximum wire capacity. 

Choosing the right steel 

Omega benders benefit from a slightly harder 

DuraSteel TM forging than Omega cutters. A 

harder handle offers firmer control and less 

flex than Omega cutters while a softer handle 

allows for more shock absorption when cutting 

wire. Omega cutters have proprietary highgrade 

stainless steel inserts for the cutting tips. 

These tips hold an excellent cutting edge and 

have superior corrosion resistance. The harder 

material also increases the endurance of the 

pliers’ wire contacting areas. 

RHC 

RHC 60 

RHC 51 or more 

40 

Cutter Bender Cutter 

handles handles tips 

Rockwell Hardness - RHC 

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CUTTERS 

001-016E 

Distal End Cutter 

Safely cuts and securely holds distal ends of arch wire. Precise 

cutting edges and tip angle allow arch wires to be cut close to the 

distal end of tubes. Hardened inserted tips provide longer wear. 

Maximum cutting capacity is .021 x .025 wire. 

001-016LE 

Distal End Cutter - long handle 

Provides extended reach to the posterior regions of the mouth. 


001-016ME 

Distal End Cutter - slim head 

Long, slim beaks make precise cutting and holding of arch wires 

effortless, even in hard to reach areas. Standard handle length. 


001-016MLE 

Distal End Cutter - slim head and long handle 

Features a long, slim beak for precision cutting 

and holding of arch wires as well as an 

extended reach to the posterior regions. 


001-016E 

001-016LE 

Omega Distal End Cutters 

are not recommended for 

multi-strand wires. 

001-016ME 

001-016MLE 

Handle comparison: 

Long handle option makes hard 

to reach areas more accessible. 


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001-001E 

001-002E 

001-001E 

Pin and Ligature Cutter 

Super sharp, diamond-honed edges cut cleanly, leaving no 

ragged edges. The workhorse of pin and ligature cutters. 

Maximum cutting capacity is .015 soft wire. 

001-002E 

Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter 

Finer tips than model 001-001E, for easier access to tight 

areas. Cuts even the smallest soft wire, ligatures, pins, and 

elastomerics. 


001-003E 

Micro Pin and Ligature Cutter 

The finest tips available for cutting ligature wire, elastomerics, 

and other soft wire auxiliaries where access is at a premium. 


001-003E 

007-001E 

Hard Wire Cutter 

The most durable cutter available. 

Capable of cutting any size pin, ligature, or wire up to .022 x .028. 

007-001E 

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WIRE BENDING PLIERS 

001-300E 

NiTi Tie Back Pliers 

Revolutionary pliers tie back NiTi wire intraorally with no heat required. The 

precision tips also allow for other types of bends previously only possible in 

stainless steel. Not recommended for round wire. 

Maximum wire capacity is .021 x .025. 

001-139E 

Bird Beak Pliers 

Features a cone shaped beak opposed by a pyramid shaped beak. Tips are angled 

and all working edges are beveled to prevent scoring or nicking of the wire. 

Designed to work with round wire up to .030 diameter. 

001-142E 

Tapered Bird Beak Pliers 

Offers both the strength and durability of a traditional bird beak as well as the 

flexibility to bend light wires. 

Designed to work with wire up to .030 diameter. 

001-300E 

001-139E 

001-142E 


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001-140E 

Light Wire Pliers 

Longer, more gradually tapered beaks than 

bird beak pliers. A round beak with a cone 

tip of .025” and a pyramid tip with 9° angle 

ground on the sides to allow for wire springback. 

Slender beaks make it easier to bend 

small diameter loops. The working edges are 

carefully beveled to prevent wire scoring. 

Maximum wire capacity is .020. 

001-810SE 

Tweed Style Rectangular 

Arch Bending Pliers 

Ideal for bending square and rectangular 

wire. Edges are radiused and hardened 

to prevent wire scoring and to preserve a 

smooth contact area with the wire. 

Maximum wire capacity is .0215 x .028. 

001-200E 

Three Jaw Pliers 

Features precision-aligned tips for consistent 

bends and gradual taper for delicate bends. 

One piece construction of the double tip 

ensures strength and eliminates flaring. 


001-201E 

Three Jaw NiTi Pliers 

Gradual tapering for delicate bends. One 

piece construction of double tip for strength. 

Uniquely designed to form and contour 

nickel titanium wire, overcoming its shape 

memory at the point of contact. 


001-140E 

001-810SE 

001-200E 

001-201E 

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UTILITY PLIERS 

General utility pliers provide easy access to lingual and posterior areas. Carefully 

tapered and serrated beaks fit easily between brackets and are slightly rounded 

for safety and comfort. 

001-158E 

Weingart Pliers 

001-158LE 

Weingart Pliers - long handle 

001-158SE 

Weingart Pliers - slim beaks and standard length handle. 

001-158LE 

001-158E 

001-158SE 

Handle comparison: 

Long handle option makes hardto-reach 

areas more accessible. 

001-158E 

001-158LE 


001-346E 

001-343E 

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DEBONDING PLIERS 

001-346E 

Direct Bond Metal Bracket Remover 

These pliers are specially designed for quick and comfortable 

removal of direct bond metal brackets. Dual chisel tips wedge 

between the enamel/adhesive interface. May be used mesial-distal 

or occlusal-gingival. 

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001-343E 

Radiance ® 

Bracket Debonding Pliers 

This instrument provides a unique option for debonding Radiance 

clear sapphire brackets. The tips are designed to grasp each Radiance 

bracket under the tie wing rather than making contact at the 

enamel/adhesive interface. These pliers are pre-adjusted with set 

screws to ensure that an optimal amount of pressure is applied to 

the bracket when the handles are squeezed together. To debond 

Radiance brackets, place the opposing tips of the pliers 

occlusal/gingival under the tie wings while applying constant 

pressure to the handles of the pliers. Gently move the angle of the 

instrument to the occlusal or gingival of the tooth with increasing 

force until the Radiance bracket releases from the tooth. 

001-408 Replacement tips (Qty. 2 with wrench) 

Tips are easily replaced and should be disinfected prior to use. 

Wedge tips between bracket 

base and tooth either mesial/ 

distal or occlusal/gingival. 

Place opposing tips 

occlusal/gingival under the tie 

wings and gently angle instrument 

in one direction, either occlusally 

or gingivally. 

001-301E 

Ceramic Bracket Debonding Pliers 

Also known as Sushi pliers, this unique debonding instrument is 

specially designed for removing ceramic brackets. Only one edge of 

each blade is sharpened to ensure optimal fit along the enamel/adhesive 

interface. Opposing edges are parallel when the debonding 

instrument is open 3 mm, which is the average width of a ceramic 

bracket. Leave arch wires and ligatures in place during debonding. 

Remove adhesive flash from the mesial and distal edges of the 

bracket. Place debonding blades along the enamel/adhesive interface. 

Squeeze handles slowly until bracket releases from the tooth. 

001-301E 

Debonding blades are parallel 

when placed along mesial and 

distal sides of ceramic brackets, 

ensuring consistent debonding. 

Remove adhesive flash. Place 

tips mesial/distal along interface 

between tooth and adhesive and 

squeeze slowly. 

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DEBONDING PLIERS 

Debonding pliers provide easy access to lingual and posterior areas. 

001-347LE 

Posterior Band Remover - with long beaks 

Ideal for posterior band removal. The padded tip rests on the occlusal 

of the molar cusp. Designed for better accessibility to distal area. 3/16“ 

diameter heat sterilizable pad comes standard with the instrument. 

012-076 3/16” Replacement pads (Qty. 2) 

001-302 

Lingual Debonding Pliers 

Designed to remove lingual bonds such as lingual brackets and bite 

blocks. The unique design allows for easy and comfortable debonding. 

001-347LE 

001-344RTE 

Adhesive Removing Pliers 

Designed to easily remove adhesive remnants after debonding appliances. 

The stainless steel tip glides across the surface of the tooth 

using the counterforce of the interchangeable plastic pad to safely 

remove excess bonding material from enamel. 1/4” diameter heat 

sterilizable pad comes standard with instrument. 

012-077 1/4” Replacement pads (Qty. 2) 

001-407 Replacement metal tip insert (Qty. 1 with wrench) 

001-344RTE 

Example of easy removal 

of lingual bite blocks. 

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Produced with state-of-the-art CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) manufacturing 

equipment, Masterline instruments boast unmatched consistency, strength, and durability. 

Multiple instruments are shaped simultaneously, so each has a consistent feel, weight, and 

size. This unmatched consistency is particularly important to clinicians who cycle several sets 

of instruments through the sterilization process every day. Unlike instruments produced with 

traditional equipment, Masterline instruments have uniquely radiused corners to eliminate 

potential stress points, significantly reducing the risk of fracture. 

MasterLineTM 

INSTRUMENTS 


Special high grade stainless steel forgings maximize corrosion resistance and enhance durability, 

greatly increasing longevity and ensuring smooth, easy function. The precise computerized 

milling process allows unprecedented tolerances - up to four digits. This 

precision virtually eliminates binding, avoids excessive play in the joint, and preserves the 

integrity of the working surface. Masterline instruments are hand buffed to a smooth, 

mirror finish, making instrument cleanup easy and further improving corrosion resistance. 

Masterline instruments are available 

in a wide variety of the most popular 

designs and configurations. Their unique 

qualities and features have established 

new standards for precision orthodontic 

instruments. 

Compare the hinge area of 

the Masterline (upper) and that 

of a competitive instrument. 

Masterline's radiused hinge 

corners eliminate stress points. 

Five Year Warranty 

American Orthodontics warrants its Masterline instruments to be 

free of defects in material and workmanship for five years. Misuse, 

abuse, or failure to properly maintain or care for the instrument 

will void warranty. Cutting instruments should be reconditioned 

every 6 - 9 months. Warranty does not cover routine maintenance, 

sharpening, or reconditioning. 

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CUTTERS 

001-016 

Safety Shear and Hold Distal End Cutter 

Safely cuts and securely holds distal ends of arch wires. Precise cutting edges and tip angle allow arch wires to be cut close to the 

distal end of buccal tubes. Hardened inserted tips provide longer wear. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .0215 x .028 stainless steel. Not recommended for nickel titanium wire. 

001-016L 

Safety Shear and Hold Distal End Cutter, Long Handle 

Long handle model facilitates access to hard-to-reach areas and provides extra cutting leverage - approximately .5”/1.5 cm longer. Precise 

cutting edges and tip angle allow arch wires to be cut close to the distal end of buccal tubes. Hardened inserted tips provide longer wear. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .0215 x .028 stainless steel. Not recommended for nickel titanium wire. 

001-016T 

Small Wire Safety Shear and Hold Distal End Cutter 

Modified tip designed for cutting and consistently holding high tensile stainless steel wires (up to .018). Recommended for cutting 

all sizes of nickel titanium wire. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .018 stainless steel wire. All sizes nickel titanium wire. 

001-010 

Distal End Cutter 

Allows arch wire to be cut almost flush with the distal end of buccal tubes eliminating potential irritation to patients. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .0215 x .028 stainless steel. 

001-001 

Standard Pin and Ligature Cutter 

Super sharp, diamond-honed edges cut cleanly, leaving no ragged edges to grind. The “workhorse” of pin and ligature cutters. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .015 soft wire. 

001-002 

Mini Pin and Ligature Cutter 

Finer tips than model 001-001, for easier access to tight areas. Cuts even the smallest soft wire, ligatures, pins, and elastomerics. 

A precise, yet sturdy instrument. 


001-016 

001-016L 

001-016T 

001-001 

001-002 

001-010 


007-001 

Hard Wire Cutter 

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CUTTERS 

Capable of cutting any size pin, ligature, or wire up to, and including, .0215 x .028. Inserted tips, made from specially hardened 

high-speed tool steel. The most durable cutter available. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .0215 x .028 

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001-000HC 

Angled 15° Hard Wire Cutter - chrome 

Features a 15° cutting angle for easy access and better visibility. Particularly useful in cramped posterior areas. 


001-000HW 

Angled 15° Hard Wire Cutter - anodized black 

Features a 15° cutting angle for easy access and better visibility. Particularly useful in cramped posterior areas. Black color 

distinguishes hard wire cutter from pin and ligature cutters with smaller wire cutting capacity. 


001-006 

45° Ligature Cutter 

Allows easier access under tie wings to clip ligature wires. Excellent for use in posterior areas. Minimizes the risk of cheek impingement. 


001-026 

Band Slitting Instrument 

Shear cuts upper and lower bands with a minimum of patient discomfort by gripping the incisal and gingival edges of the band, 

towards the interproximal, adjacent to the bracket. May also be used to remove direct bond attachments. Caution: avoid bracket 

flange and tie wing. 

007-001 

001-000HC 

001-000HW 

001-006 

001-026 

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001-E140 

001-E140 

Light Wire Pliers 

Longer, more gradually tapered beaks than bird beak pliers (001-E139). 

A round beak with a cone tip of .025 and a pyramid tip with 9° angle 

ground on the sides to allow for wire springback. Slender beaks make it 

easier to bend small diameter loops. The working edges are carefully 

beveled to prevent wire scoring. 

Maximum wire capacity: .020 

001-E141 

001-E350 

001-E141 

Super Looper Light Wire Pliers - Begg Style 

Features two grooves at the tip for bending identical vertical loops and 

helices. The utility groove at the back is for closing loops. Accommodates 

round, square, and rectangular wire up to .020 diameter. 

Maximum wire capacity: .020 

001-E350 

Loop Forming Pliers - Tweed Style 

Capable of making “Bull” and helical closing loops in square and rectangular 

wire. Round beak has three step sections of .045, .060, and .075 

in diameter. Cylindrical beak is electro-etched to prevent wire slippage. 

Concave beak has slight parallel serrations to hold wire at 90° angle while 

forming loops. Replacement tips with Allen wrench available. 

Maximum wire capacity: .0215 x .028 

001-400 2 replacement tips and wrench 

001-E352 

001-E352 

Omega Loop Forming Pliers - Tweed Style 

A concave beak allows for easy, uniform Omega loops in square and 

rectangular wire. Round beak has three sections, each is .090 in length 

and .045, .060, .075 in diameter. Replacement tips with Allen wrench 

available. 


001-400 2 replacement tips and wrench 

001-E139 

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001-E139 

Bird Beak Pliers 

Features a “cone” shaped .025 beak, opposed by a “pyramid” shaped 

beak. Tips are angled at 9° to allow for wire springback. All working 

edges are beveled to prevent scoring or nicking of the wire. Designed to 

work with round wire up to .030 diameter. 

Maximum wire capacity: .030

001-051 

V-Bending Pliers 

Used for putting permanent centerline, anti-shift gable bends, and positive stops 

anywhere in nickel titanium arches. 

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001-E410 

Lingual Arch Forming Pliers 

These pliers are designed to form terminal double-back and triple-back bends 

in either .030 or .036 wire for inserting in horizontal lingual sheaths. The blade 

width is the same .140 width of a lingual sheath. 

001-051 

001-E810S 

Rectangular Arch Forming Pliers - Tweed style short beaks 

Ideal for bending square and rectangular wire up to .0215 x .028. Edges are 

radiused and hardened to prevent wire scoring and to preserve a smooth contact 

area with the wire. Blades are parallel when opened to .020 to ensure accurate 

90° bends. 


001-E410 

001-E810S 

001-E200 

Three Jaw Straight Pliers 

Features precision-aligned tips for consistent bends and gradual taper for delicate 

bends. One piece construction of the double tip ensures strength and eliminates 

flaring. 


001-E200 

001-E355 

001-E355 

Jarabak Pliers 

These pliers are ideal for precise bending of lighter wires. Matching grooves in 

both beaks allow for accurate bending and closing of loops. Tips are serrated 

for sure grip. 

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001-E110 

How Style Straight Utility Pliers 

Ideal for grasping all types of auxiliary attachments for fast and safe insertion. The center 

line of the 3/32 diameter pads coincides with the pliers’ axis of rotation. Matched serrated 

tips hold wire at any convenient working angle. Beaks are rounded for patient safety and 

comfort. 

001-E111 

How Style Offset Utility Pliers 

Incorporates the same features as the straight How pliers, but tips have a 45° angle for 

easy access to posterior intraoral areas. 

These Weingart pliers show the difference 

between a standard Weingart and a 

Weingart with the longer handles. 

001-E113 

Band Seating Pliers 

Designed to firmly grip bracket tie wings to aid in band seating. Capable of fitting between 

the smallest twin bracket, the square tips and strong beaks of these pliers allow for maximum 

gripping without scoring bracket wings. 

001-E8011 

Weingart 45°Utility Pliers 

Difficult to reach areas are made more accessible with the 45° angled tips. Serrated pads 

hold wires securely at a convenient angle. Tapered beaks are slightly rounded for safety 

and comfort. 

001-E158 

Weingart Pliers 

001-E158L 

Weingart Pliers - long handle 

General utility pliers provides easy access to lingual and posterior areas. Pointed, serrated 

pads are precision matched near center of rotation for better balance and sure grip. 

Carefully tapered beaks fit easily between brackets and are slightly rounded for safety 

and comfort. 

001-E158 

001-E8011 

001-E111 

001-E110 

001-E113 


100-302 

Nance Loop Pliers 

Allows precision loop forming in rectangular wires. Both edges of this pliers' 

thin beaks are fully radiused and stepped at 3 mm, 4 mm, 5 mm, and 6 mm 

for forming various size loops. 

001-207 

Optical Style Pliers 

Ideal forming pliers for helical closing loops and arch adjustments. Thin concave 

beak ensures precise wire bends without nicking wire. 


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100-550 

Nance Tie Back Pliers 

These multipurpose specialty pliers are used for easily forming stops, tie 

backs, or Adams clasps for retainers. 

100-208 

Band Contouring Pliers 

Ideal for reshaping molar bands and forming arch wire bows. 

010-145 

Hollow Chop Pliers 

This contouring pliers’ mated concave and convex jaws are useful in 

reshaping arch wires and forming palatal arches. 

100-302 

001-E80516 

Rose Torquing Pliers - .016/.018 double end key 

001-E80518 

Rose Torquing Pliers - .018/.022 double end key 

Designed to place torque in a specific section of arch wire without distortion 

in the remainder of the wire. The pliers use a key (either .016/.018 

or .018/.022) that torques the section between holding beaks. Labial and 

lingual torque can be placed adjacent to each other easily. Torque can be 

limited to a single tooth. 

Replacement keys 

001-618 .016/.018 doubled ended 

001-822 .018/.022 doubled ended 

100-550 

001-207 

100-208 

001-E80516 

010-145 

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BRACKET REMOVERS 

001-E345RT 

001-E346RT 

001-E345RT 

Direct Bond Bracket Remover - narrow 

001-E346RT 

Direct Bond Bracket Remover - wide 

Narrow 

These pliers are specially designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bond 

brackets. Dual chisel tips wedge between bracket base and tooth. May be used mesialdistally 

or incisal-gingivally. 

Wide 

001-406N NARROW: 2 replacement tips and wrench. Tip width: .070”/1.78 mm 

001-405 WIDE: 2 replacement tips and wrench. Tip width: .125”/3.18 mm 

001-E348RT 

Padded DB Bracket Remover - narrow 

001-E348RT 

001-E349RT 

001-E349RT 

Padded DB Bracket Remover - wide 

Narrow 

Designed for quick and comfortable removal of direct bond brackets. Can also be 

used to remove remaining adhesive. Pad rests on incisal surface and chisel tip wedges 

between bracket base and tooth. 3/16” diameter heat sterilizable pad comes standard 

with instrument. 1/4” diameter heat sterilizable pad also available individually. 

Heat sterilizable replacement pads 

012-076 3/16” (4.75 mm) 

012-077 1/4” (6.35 mm) 

Wide 

001-406N NARROW: 2 replacement tips and wrench. Tip width: .070”/1.78 mm 

001-405 WIDE: 2 replacement tips and wrench. Tip width: .125”/3.18 mm 

001-E301 

001-E301 

Direct Bond Bracket Remover 

Novel angulated “cutter” style bond remover design that is particularly effective with 

ceramic brackets. Cutter style debonding makes removing Radiance brackets even easier. 

Debonding blades are parallel 

when placed along mesial and 

distal sides of ceramic brackets, 

ensuring consistent debonding. 

001-302 

Lingual Debonding Pliers 

Designed to remove lingual bonds such as 

lingual brackets and bite blocks. The unique 

design allows for easy and 

comfortable debonding. 

001-302 


001-2104 

Ligature Director 

For your choice and convenience, one end is straight and notched, the other end 

is angled. Fine tips make it ideal for working around mini brackets. Stainless steel. 

010-750 

Speedo Ligature Director and Remover 

Double ended stainless steel for placing and removing plastic ligatures. 

Reduces stress on newly bonded brackets during ligation. 

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010-009 

Single End Explorer 

This explorer is extremely tough with excellent memory. 

Stainless steel spring wire. 

010-773 

Speedo Ligature Director 

Durable stainless steel with both ends used for placing 

plastic ligatures. 

001-101 

001-101S - with adjustable screw 

Force Module Separator 

Used to place anterior or posterior plastic separator modules. 

Contra angle beak reduces risk of tissue damage. Stainless steel. 

001-250C 

Coon Style Ligature Tying Pliers 

For the application and tying of ligatures, channel automatically locks wire 

ends as tips spread. For use with preformed steel ligatures. Stainless steel. 

010-009 

001-2104 

010-773 

010-750 

001-250C 

Use only cane-loaded ligatures 

with Speedo instruments. 

001-101 

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BAND REMOVERS 

001-026 

Band Slitting Instrument 

Shear cuts upper and lower bands with a minimum of patient discomfort by gripping the incisal and gingival 

edges of the band, towards the interproximal, adjacent to the bracket. May also be used to remove direct 

bond attachments. Caution: avoid bracket flange and tie wing. 

001-E347 

Posterior Band Remover - short beak 

Ideal for posterior band removal. When padded tip is on the occlusal of the molar, the removing tip is in an 

ideal position to catch the edge of the band. 3/16" diameter heat sterilizable pad comes standard with instrument; 

1/4" diameter heat sterilizable pad also available individually. 


012-076 3/16” (4.75 mm) 

012-077 1/4” (6.35 mm) 

001-E347L 

Posterior Band Remover - long beak 

Designed for better accessibility to distal areas, these pliers are ideal for posterior band removal. 3/16” 

diameter heat sterilizable pad comes standard with instrument; 1/4” diameter sterilizable pad also available 

individually. 


012-076 3/16” (4.75 mm) 

012-077 1/4” (6.35 mm) 

001-E347XL 

Posterior Band Remover - extra long beak 

The extra long beak introduces an even longer set of pliers for clinicians and chairside assistants, providing 

extra reach to the posterior region. The beak is approximately 25% longer and the handle is approximately 

20% longer than the “long beak” style of posterior band remover. 3/16” diameter heat sterilizable pad 

comes standard with instrument; 1/4” diameter sterilizable pad also available individually. 


012-076 3/16” (4.75 mm) 

012-077 1/4” (6.35 mm) 

001-E347L 

001-E347 

001-E347XL 

001-026 


100-107 

Surgical Hook Crimping Pliers 

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SPECIALTY INSTRUMENTS 

Two grooved inserts maintain a firm grip on the tube as it is delivered to the arch wire. Securely crimps tube 

at three points to prevent the ends from flaring. 

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100-107A 

Arch Hook Crimping Pliers 

Two grooved inserts maintain a firm grip on the tube as it is delivered to the arch wire. Securely crimps the 

tube at three points to prevent the ends from flaring. Lower beaks are thinner to accommodate curvature of 

arch hook. 

100-109 .018 Slot 

100-111 .022 Slot 

Cap Removing Pliers 

Safely and easily removes convertible caps. Instrument places very little force on the tube, making it 

particularly effective with direct bond tubes. 

Replacement blades (5) 

100-110 .018 slot 

100-112 .022 slot 

001-E344RT 

Adhesive Removing Pliers 

Excess adhesive is easily removed after debonding with these specially designed pliers. The shorter beak 

features a stainless steel tip while the longer beak has a plastic interchangeable pad. 1/4” diameter heat 

sterilizable pad comes standard with instrument. 

012-077 Heat sterilizable replacement pads 1/4” (6.35 mm) 

001-407 Replacement tip and wrench. Tip dimension: .062”/1.57 mm 

001-E344RT 

100-107 

100-109 

100-111 

Securely crimps tube at 

three points 

100-107A 

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BRACKET AND BAND PLACING INSTRUMENTS 

Direct Bond Bracket Holders 

001-100 

001-106 - Kit of 6 

For use with any bracket from a wide twin to a single. 

Reverse action holds bracket firmly and releases smoothly. 

001-800S - with curved tip 

Ideal for placing labial and lingual direct bond attachments due to its slight 

curve. Serrated tips and reverse action for positive holding. 

001-100A - with alignment tip 

This double ended instrument makes correct bracket placement easier by 

using the alignment tip in the arch wire slot and adjusting alignment. It 

can also be used for flash removal. 

678-212M - Hu-Friedy Direct Bond LP Tube Holder 

Designed to fit inside the positioning guides of LP Low Profile tubes and 

hold the tube securely during bonding at the posterior. 

001-100F - with fine tip 

Use this instrument for firmly holding smaller or mini brackets. 

001-100 

001-800S 

001-100A 

678-212M 

001-100F 

001-222 

Positive Positioner 

Designed to hold any direct bond attachment. Easy forward or backward 

releasing will not dislodge brackets. Lightweight, hard anodized aluminum. 

010-013 

Double Ended Band Seater 

Featuring sharp and distinct serrated tips on both ends for seating and 

contouring bands efficiently. 

861-210 

High Heat Bite Stick 

Hygienic and economical, this bite stick seats bands easily with a steel, triangular 

tip which allows easy access to interproximal area. Sold three per 

package. Heat resistant plastic can be used in all heat sterilizers up to 370°F. 

010-500 

Mallet Handled Band Pusher 

Offering superior control, the mallet handle and serrated tip provide a firm 

grip for pushing, burnishing, and seating bands. 

010-014 

6” College Tweezers 

A stainless steel multi-functional tweezers with longer, serrated tips. 

010-012 

Perry Dressing Tweezers 

This popular stainless steel multi-functional 

tweezers features serrated, angled tips. 

010-500 

001-222 

010-013 

861-210 

010-014 

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010-012

010-776 

010-775M 

LIGATING INSTRUMENTS 

010-776 

Mathieu Needle Holder 

010-775M 

Mini Mathieu Needle Holder 

A Mathieu with tapered, serrated tips specially designed for ligature 

application. Super fine tip and short beaks allow ligatures to 

be firmly gripped without intruding into the lumen. 

Stainless steel with locking handle. 

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010-775 

Mathieu Needle Holder 

010-775 

010-775N 

010-8015 

010-775N 

Mathieu Needle Holder - narrow 

For easy application of ligatures. Serrations along entire length 

of tip allow for application of chain elastics as well as ligatures. 

Stainless steel with locking handle. 

010-8015 

Smaha Forceps - straight 

Ultra thin straight tips are especially useful for placement in difficult 

areas. Stainless steel with serrated tips and locking handle. 

010-771 

Hemostat 

5" straight hemostatic forceps. Stainless steel with serrated tips 

and locking handle. 

010-772 

Hemostat - fine tip 

4 3/4" straight mosquito hemostatic forceps. Stainless steel with 

serrated tips and locking handle. 

010-771 010-772 

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SPECIALTY INSTRUMENTS & ACCESSORIES 


100-400 

001-501 

010-008 

001-505 - Small 

001-506 - Large 

Distal Twister TM 

Cinchback bends are quick and easy by inserting the tip over 

the distal end of the arch wire and twisting in the desired 

direction. Small size is ideal for wire sizes up to .018 round and 

square sizes up to .016 x .016. The large will accommodate 

round wire up to .020, and rectangular wire up to .021 x .025. 

100-400 

Adjustable Enamel Stripper 

010-015 

001-102 

Specially designed and developed for easy, efficient removal 

and recontouring of the interproximal tooth enamel, for the 

widening of contact points or for the removal of overhanging 

fillings. Sterilizable. 

Kit: Includes enamel stripper, 12 single and double sided steel 

strips of assorted grits, instructions 

Replacement steel strips, single sided grit 

100-401 12 fine grit 

010-751 

100-402 12 medium grit 

100-403 12 coarse grit 

001-505 

100-700 

100-700 

Convertible Cap Remover 

For ease in removing the convertible caps on molar tubes. 

Replacement blades are available. 

100-701 10 replacement blades 

010-015 

Alexander Bracket Placement Guide 

Approximates correct vertical height of bracket placement. 

Provides vertical placement options of 3.5 mm, 4.0 mm, 4.5 

mm, and 5.0 mm depending on tooth. 

001-501 

Dontrix Gauge 

Measures the force of coil springs and elastics up to 16 

ounces. Marked in one ounce increments. 

010-008 

Spatula 

Single ended stainless steel with a combination of flexibility 

and strength for mixing cement. Smooth, highly polished 

surface makes cleanup easy. 

001-102 

Direct Bond Adhesive Remover 

Double ended curved tips for scraping adhesive in hard to 

reach places. 

010-751 

Band Seater/Cement Scaler 

Serrated band seating tip on one end and curved tip on the 

other end for scraping excess adhesive. 


010-011 

Stainless Steel Mouth Mirror 

Durable stainless steel, front surface mirror. 

861-099 

Plastic Mouth Mirror 

SPECIALTY INSTRUMENTS & ACCESSORIES 

Made from durable disposable white nylon with precision ground glass mirror for low 

distortion. 24 pieces per package. 

010-011 

861-099 

007-005 

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007-005 

Heavy Duty Wire Cutter 

Ideal for cutting facebows - both inner and outer bows. Well honed cutting edges 

will not nick the wire. Blades will lock in closed position for safe storage. Features a 

hard chrome finish for a more professional look and soft vinyl grips for comfort and 

leverage. Another "must" for every office and lab. 

Maximum cutting capacity: .080" diameter stainless steel. 

010-835 

Pliers Rack 

White plastic rack holds instruments with tips up for easy identification. 

Cold sterilize. 5 1/2” x 9” x 4 3/4” (13.75 cm x 22.5 cm x 11.88 cm) 

010-836 

Instrument Tray 

White plastic tray has 7 compartments that hold instruments conveniently and a 

multipurpose storage tray. Cold sterilize. 2 1/8” x 6 3/16” x 8” (5.4 cm x 15.8 cm x 20 cm) 

010-010 

Boone Gauge 

Measures for bracket height. Flat surface rests on incisal/occlusal surface of tooth. 

Fixed pin scribes mark for bracket heights of 3.5 mm, 4 mm, 4.5 mm and 5 mm. 

001-6015 

Medic 365 Instrument Lubricant 

Synthetic lubricant and preservative for instruments that offers 

water repellent surface protection and resistance to heat 

and oxidation. Available in an 8 ounce dropper bottle. 

010-101 

Micrometer 

Direct reading from .0001 to 1 inch. 

001-6015 

010-835 

010-010 

010-101 

010-836 

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INSTRUMENTS FOR SELF LIGATING BRACKETS 

Empower Instrument 

678-901E - Single prong tip for opening using gingival tail of clip. Double prong tip for 

opening using facial hole or for pressing wire into bottom of slot during clip closing. 

Vision LP Instruments 

678-901 - single ended for brackets 

678-901H - double ended for brackets 

678-901MB - double ended for molars and brackets 

010-902 - double ended for molars and brackets (optional style) 

T3 Instruments 

010-255 - T3 open/close Instrument 

010-255S - T3 open/close instrument, short 

678-903 - Hu-Friedy open/close instrument 

GK-5013 - Hu-Friedy T3 positioning instrument 

010-255S 

010-255 

678-903 

GK-5013 

678-901 

678-901H 

901MB 

010-902 

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INSTRUMENT CARE 

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Preventing Corrosion 

Corrosion can attack any stainless steel 

instrument from any manufacturer. A 

little effort to ensure the cleanliness 

of the part during sterilization goes a 

long way.Stainless steel surfaces require 

access to oxygen to form a protective 

chromium oxide layer. This chromium 

oxide layer (passive layer) is what gives 

stainless steel its corrosion resistance. 

Instrument care and repair 

It is important to follow strict procedures in the care and maintenance of your 

instruments. To assure the longevity and corrosion resistance of your investment, 

follow one of these sterilization methods. NOTE: Be sure to read your sterilization 

unit’s instruction manual for proper set-up and to adjust for local water conditions. 

Always follow your unit’s sterilization parameters. 

Dry Heat Sterilization: 

1. Remove any debris from instruments using a brush or towel. 

2. Perform an ultrasonic cleaning using a general purpose cleaner. 

3. Dry thoroughly with oil/water-free compressed air or towel. 

4. Place instruments on racks. 

5. Sterilize following parameters given by sterilization unit manufacturer. 

6. Lubricate immediately with a silicone-based lubricant. 


What prevents oxygen from contacting 

stainless steel? Moisture, dirt, and 

cement left on the instrument are typical 

causes that prevent oxygen from contacting 

stainless steel during the 

sterilization process. Instruments should 

be thoroughly brushed clean before 

sterilization. All instruments should be 

sterilized in the open position and then 

thoroughly dried after sterilization, 

taking special care in the joint areas and 

crevices. 

Corroded instruments should never be 

sterilized with non-corroded instruments 

as the iron oxide on the corroded instrument 

can transfer to the non-corroded 

instrument, attaching itself permanently. 

Autoclaving: 




4. Place instruments on autoclave tray with jaws open. 


6. Allow instruments to cool after sterilization cycle. 

7. Remove instruments and ensure instruments are free of moisture by towel drying. 


Chemclaving (unsaturated chemical vapor): 




4. Place instruments on chemclave tray with jaws open. Place layer of paper 

toweling between instruments. 


6. Depressurize the equipment and allow instruments to cool after sterilization cycle. 

7. Remove instruments and ensure instruments are free of moisture by towel drying. 


Cold Sterilization (disinfection): 




4. Immerse instruments in a 2% glutaraldehyde sterilizing solution. 

5. Remove the instruments from the sterilizing solution, rinse in water, and towel 

dry to ensure instrument is free of moisture. 


Helpful Hint: Dipping instruments in a water-based surgical milk prior to ultrasonic 

cleaning reduces the incidence of spots, stains, and corrosion. Surgical 

milk is an interface surface corrosion inhibitor and lubricant that helps to ensure 

proper movement of hinges and provides a protective barrier that arrests 

discoloration and corrosion during sterilization. 

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INSTRUMENT CARE 

INSTRUMENT RECONDITIONING AND REPAIR PROGRAM 

Instruments need regular preventative check ups. To preserve the accuracy and extend the life of your instruments, 

it's important to recondition them every 6 to 9 months. American Orthodontics offers precise sharpening, retipping, 

and reconditioning/polishing of your instruments in a timely manner. We also recondition and repair instruments 

from other manufacturers (excluding Hu-Friedy). 

000-030 Sharpen 

000-031 Retip 

000-032 Recondition 

(may include joint adjustment, reserrating, and polishing)

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