The Morelli Antimicrobial Elastomeric Ligature Ties — Lime Green are the most vivid shade of the nine exclusive colors Morelli developed for its antimicrobial ligature line. The additive is incorporated into the polymer matrix; the color is what the patient sees.
Key Features
Most vivid of the nine exclusive shades — unmistakable on the appliance
Additive incorporated into the polymer matrix, stated by Morelli to prevent the development and growth of fungi and bacteria in the material
Fewer stains and odors in the elastic, as described by the manufacturer
Greater shape memory from heat treatment, per Morelli
Wire retained through the interval at every bracket
Loose modular rings, 500 to the package
Technical Specifications
Material: Polyurethane with antimicrobial additive
Color: Lime Green
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 Lime Green, 500 modules (Modular presentation)
Clinical Applications
Brightest-option requests from adolescent patients at the chair
Chairside identification when several exclusive shades are on the tray
Vivid corner of the antimicrobial board
Which module makes the additive obvious at a glance?
Lime Green is the brightest of the exclusive nine. The exclusive palette is deliberately narrow; the broader choice is the standard Morelli ligature line, which covers 29 colors at 1,000 modules per package without the additive.
