The Morelli Antimicrobial Elastomeric Pre-Loaded Canes — Graphite Gray are a cool, dark neutral built on an elastomer that carries an antimicrobial additive inside the polymer matrix. According to the manufacturer, that additive prevents the development and growth of fungi and bacteria, reduces stains and unwanted odors, and preserves the mechanical properties of the elastic.
Key Features
Additive in the polymer matrix — the manufacturer states it prevents the development and growth of fungi and bacteria
Stains and odors — the manufacturer attributes reduced stains and unwanted odors to the same additive
Mechanical properties — the manufacturer states the mechanical properties of the elastic are preserved
Heat treatment — the material is heat-treated for greater shape memory, according to the manufacturer
Graphite tone — a dark, cool neutral rather than a saturated shade
1,000 rings per package — rings supplied on a cane
Technical Specifications
Material: Polyurethane with an antimicrobial additive
Color: Graphite Gray
Presentation: Stick (pre-loaded cane) — rings supplied mounted on a cane
Quantity: 1,000 rings per package
Pigmentation: Selected pigments, according to the manufacturer
Material Treatment: Heat-treated for greater shape memory, according to the manufacturer
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 Pre-Loaded Canes Graphite Gray, 1,000 rings (Stick presentation)
Clinical Applications
Routine ligation in fixed appliances for patients who ask for a restrained tone
Adult cases that keep one neutral shade running through the whole treatment
Practices where a dark neutral is the standing default on the color board
What does an additive inside the elastomer change about a routine ligation?
Graphite Gray keeps the appearance neutral while the elastomer carries the antimicrobial additive declared by the manufacturer.
