The Morelli Antimicrobial Elastomeric Ligature Ties — Amethyst Purple are the violet of the exclusive antimicrobial palette. Like the rest of this line, the antimicrobial additive is incorporated into the polymer matrix rather than applied as a surface coating.
Key Features
Violet of the exclusive palette — the only purple in the antimicrobial line
Additive incorporated rather than surface-applied, per the Morelli description of this line
Prevention of fungal and bacterial development in the material, as stated by Morelli
Reduced staining and odor in the elastic, per the manufacturer
Greater shape memory from the heat-treated material, as Morelli describes
500 modules supplied loose per package
Technical Specifications
Material: Polyurethane with antimicrobial additive
Color: Amethyst Purple
Antimicrobial Additive: Incorporated into the polymer matrix, as declared by Morelli
Manufacturer-Stated Effect: Prevents the development and growth of fungi and bacteria in the material, and reduces stains and unwanted odors, while preserving the mechanical properties of the elastic
Processing: Heat-treated material, which Morelli states gives the elastics greater shape memory
Pigmentation: Carefully selected pigments for a stable color palette, per Morelli
Presentation: Modular — individual rings supplied loose, not mounted on a stick
Quantity: 500 modules per package
Elastic Strength Loss: 25 days
Purpose: Ligation of the archwire into the bracket slot in fixed orthodontic appliances
Certifications: FDA Approved, CE Approved, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016
Country of Manufacture: Brazil
Package Includes: 1 package of Antimicrobial Elastomeric Ligature Ties Amethyst Purple, 500 modules (Modular presentation)
Clinical Applications
Teen and young adult ligation within the exclusive line
Single purple option for practices stocking the antimicrobial palette
Patient-choice appointments where the exclusive shades are presented
Does the additive change what your teen patients pick?
Amethyst Purple is the only purple of the exclusive nine. For lilac and saturated purple, see the standard Morelli ligature line, which covers 29 colors at 1,000 modules per package without the additive.
