The Morelli Twirl-On Ligature Applicator is a hand instrument developed for orthodontic elastomeric ligation. It pairs stainless steel active tips with an autoclavable plastic handle: the tapered applicator tip releases the elastic from the rod without overstretching it and seats it on the bracket wings, while the opposite tip is sized to engage the module during removal. The plastic handle keeps the instrument light and gives a stable, non-slip grip through long ligation sequences.
Key Features
Autoclavable plastic handle — the distinguishing feature of this version: a lightweight, non-slip body that withstands routine steam sterilization between patients.
Two active tips — a tapered applicator tip for seating elastomeric modules and an opposite tip sized to engage the elastic during removal.
Tapered applicator tip — releases the elastic from the rod without overstretching it and applies it securely to the bracket wings.
Stainless steel tips — corrosion resistant and dimensionally stable after repeated clinical use.
Convenient grip — the plastic body offers a different, lighter feel than an all-metal instrument during repetitive chairside work.
Technical Specifications
Material: Stainless steel active tips with autoclavable plastic handle
Handle: Autoclavable plastic handle
Tip Configuration: Double-ended — applicator tip and opposite tip for elastic removal
Purpose: Place elastomeric ligatures on the bracket wings, tuck and direct ligatures under the archwire or bracket wings, and push archwires or auxiliaries into position
Certifications: FDA Approved, CE Approved, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 13485:2016
Country of Manufacture: Brazil
Package Includes: 1 Morelli Twirl-On Ligature Applicator
Clinical Applications
Elastomeric ligature placement on bracket wings during archwire ligation appointments.
Removal of elastomeric modules at adjustment visits, engaging the elastic with the opposite tip.
Tucking and directing ligatures under the archwire or bracket wings after the module is seated.
Seating archwires and auxiliaries into the bracket slot when finger pressure is not enough.
Prefer a lighter instrument with an autoclavable plastic handle?
Clinicians who want a one-piece metal instrument can choose the all stainless steel version; this one is built with an autoclavable plastic handle, lighter in the hand and with a different grip feel, for a fast and comfortable elastomeric ligation routine.