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Advanced Patent Search. A preformed, elastomeric orthodontic ligature includes a molded protrusion or bumper portion integrally connected to an occlusal region of a ring portion of the ligature.
7: Fully ligated bracket 4. Engage the elastomeric ligature into the wings of the bracketof adjacent tooth (Fig. 4). The open end of coil spring willthus be pulled away from the unligated bracket and willcreate sufficient space for ligation with ligature wire.5. Ligate the tooth with a ligature wire (Fig. 5).6. The elastomeric ligature can be cut (Fig.