Grid-Check A Clinical Innovation for Optimal Bracket Positioning

Abstract

The pre-adjusted edgewise system, a widely employed technique requires optimal bracket positioning to ensure a successful outcome.1,2 There has been paucity in modifications of bracket positioning gauges in terms of ease in manufacturing,readily available chair-side materials and positioning the brackets in all three planes. In view of this we have modified a straight explorer with a rotating grid of dimensions 1cm x 1cm which is attached to it by a needle soldered to a piece of band crimped around the edge of the grid. This ensures optimal bracket positioning in all three planes with an easy chair-side fabrication.