Orthodontic clasp, metal wire, custom-made

An orthodontic clasp made of metal wire is a custom-fabricated dental device designed to hold a removable orthodontic appliance in place by attaching to stationary teeth. It is shaped and adjusted chairside to fit the unique anatomy of an individual patient, providing retention and stability during orthodontic treatment.

This category includes single-patient, single-use devices that are manufactured to individual specifications and discarded after the course of treatment. As custom-made devices, they are subject to specific regulatory pathways for personalized medical devices, which vary by jurisdiction but generally involve documentation of patient-specific design and manufacturing processes rather than premarket review of a standardized product.