Lingual Hammerhead NiTi Plier

The Lingual Hammerhead NiTi Plier 678-704 is used for orthodontic treatments with specific features and applications:

1. Bending NiTi Wires: It is a multi-use plier designed specifically for bending nickel-titanium (NiTi) wires up to a size of .025" (.64 mm)​​​​​​.

2. Efficiency and Comfort: The pliers are crafted to transform a multi-process step into a single step, thereby increasing efficiency during wire-forming tasks. By simply squeezing the pliers, the desired bend is achieved without the need for heat application. This design consideration is particularly aimed at patient comfort​​.

3. Slimmer Working End: Compared to other models like the 678-327, the 678-704 model has a 10% slimmer working end, which makes the tool less intrusive and thus enhances patient comfort during orthodontic procedures​​​​.

These pliers are integral to the work of orthodontists, particularly when working with the resilient NiTi wires commonly used in modern braces for their ability to return to a pre-set shape after activation.