Orthodontics • NEET MDS
NiTi = most flexible lowest stiffness for alignment phase.
Stainless steel = highest stiffness for finishing detailing.
TMA = beta titanium = intermediate properties.
Ideal arch wire sequence: NiTi then TMA then SS.
MBT prescription most common.
Roth prescription = 0 degree torque.
Pre-adjusted edgewise = straight wire.
Use these mnemonics during your revision. The key associations above are designed to help you recall Orthodontic Wires & Brackets concepts instantly during the exam. Focus on the “equals” associations — these are the most commonly tested patterns in NEET MDS.