The Bioprogressive orthodontic treatment philosophy is traditionally associated with the use of brackets that have .018" slots. Proponents of the Bioprogressive philosophy suggest this slot configuration largely because they believe that lighter wires provide force levels that are within the biological limits of the periodontal support system. At the same time, the principles of orthodontic anchorage advocated by the Bioprogressive philosophy depend on careful torque control of both molar and anterior teeth. It is possible and sometimes advisable to use wires designed for use in brackets with .018" slots, in brackets with .022" slots. Under these circumstances, the thinner wires may not provide sufficient control over torque moments to develop the required degree of molar anchorage. This article suggests that with the use of certain wires, and with minor modifications to the shapes of arches, that the use of brackets with .022" slots need not conflict with many of the important principles of orthodontic treatment advocated in the Bioprogressive philosophy.
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