Chic. Bonding • All tooth preparations, bracket placement, and bracket positioning should be conducted in a manner consistent with standard practice protocols. • All adhesive preparations, applications, and polymerization should be consistent with the manufacturer's directions being used. • Suggested practice beyond those is: 1. Liberally apply adhesive to the entire surface of the bracket base. 2. Press adhesive material into the base to remove pockets of air and ensure uniform coverage. 3. Remove all flash surrounding the bracket after placement. O Remove the ligature and the wire. 0 Remove excess adhesive if not done at fitting stage o Use mini pin & ligature cutter beneath the bracket base either mesial distally o Clean up teeth of remaining adhesive o OR at opposing gingival occlusal corners GC Orthodontics GLOBAL EXPERTS IN ORTHODONTICS

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