archwire


arch·wire

(arch'wīr), A device consisting of a wire conforming to the alveolar or dental arch, used as an anchorage in correcting irregularities in the position of the teeth. Synonym(s): arch wire

arch·wire

(arch'wīr) A device consisting of various types of wires from which the dental arch will take its shape, conforming to the alveolar or dental arch, used as an anchorage in correcting irregularities in the position of the teeth.