Used to make permanent fixed lingual retainers following orthodontic treatment, the Braided Retainer Wire features a very thin rectangular wire that can be adapted with no occlusal interference while ensuring patient comfort. It prevents inadvertent tooth movement associated with active force wires. Braided Retainer wire uses: As semi-permanent orthodontic splinting of the upper or lower incisors. To maintain difficult extraction sites. 6" lengths, .010" depth x .028" width.