The Morelli Antimicrobial Elastomeric Ligature Ties — Coral Orange are the warm tone of the exclusive antimicrobial palette, which otherwise runs cool. Morelli builds the antimicrobial additive into the polymer matrix of the elastic across this entire line.
Key Features
Only warm tone in the exclusive palette — the rest of the nine run cool
Antimicrobial additive within the polymer matrix, which Morelli states prevents fungi and bacteria from developing and growing in the material
Fewer stains and unwanted odors in the elastic, according to the manufacturer
Heat-treated material for greater shape memory, per Morelli
Engagement kept at the slot between adjustment visits
500 rings per modular pack
Technical Specifications
Material: Polyurethane with antimicrobial additive
Color: Coral Orange
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 Coral Orange, 500 modules (Modular presentation)
Clinical Applications
Warm-tone selection in a practice stocking the antimicrobial line
Seasonal presentation of the exclusive palette to patients
Balance against the cool shades of the antimicrobial board
Where is the warm tone in your antimicrobial stock?
Coral Orange covers the warm side of the exclusive line. Warmer conventional options sit in the standard Morelli ligature line, which covers 29 colors at 1,000 modules per package without the additive.
