DEBONDING IN ORTHODONTICS

In orthodontic literature, one of the most popular mechanical debonding techniques involves the application of a slow, squeezing force to the bracket, with the blades of the debonding pliers at the enamel surface and within the adhesive. The debonding pliers are unique because the force is applied at the bracket-adhesive interface on both sides of the bracket base simultaneously. Several studies have reported no enamel damage when debonding ceramic brackets with the appropriate pliers.