The De La Rosa Plier is a professional orthodontic product developed to support precise, controlled work during clinical or laboratory procedures. Published product information describes it as follows: Wire-forming plier with matched concave and convex tips for smooth contouring of light-wire loops and arches without introducing torque. Its purpose-specific configuration helps the operator approach the intended task with dependable positioning and clear manual control.
Its principal functional elements include matched concave and convex tips; contours arches without torquing; and suitable for light-wire loop formation. These details are intended to improve engagement with the relevant orthodontic component and make each movement more deliberate during routine use. Published technical information includes maximum wire capacity: .021 × .025 in.
Its professional applications include the following: Archwire contouring; Formation and refinement of light-wire loops; and Chairside wire adjustments and finishing. By combining task-specific access with controlled handling, it can help streamline the clinical sequence and promote consistent execution at the chairside or workbench, as applicable.
As part of the Utility and Bending Pliers category, the De La Rosa Plier is suited to orthodontic teams that require a dedicated product for repeatable day-to-day procedures. Its focused design makes it a practical addition to organized instrument setups, supporting efficient workflow while allowing the clinician or technician to maintain direct control over the procedure.
Key Features
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- Matched concave and convex tips
- Contours arches without torquing
- Suitable for light-wire loop formation
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
| Product | De La Rosa Plier |
| SKU | 816XP |
| Category | Utility and Bending Pliers |
| Maximum wire capacity | .021 × .025 in |
| Weight | 0.16 lb |
| Dimensions | 5.1 × 2.1 × 0.3 in |
| Instrument type | Orthodontic Plier |
| Primary function | Archwire contouring |
| Working configuration | Matched concave and convex tips |
| Secondary functional feature | Contours arches without torquing |
| Intended professional use | Formation and refinement of light-wire loops |
| Workflow application | Chairside wire adjustments and finishing |
| Professional setting | Orthodontic clinical practice or laboratory use, as applicable |
Professional Applications
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- Archwire contouring
- Formation and refinement of light-wire loops
- Chairside wire adjustments and finishing
- Supporting controlled instrument positioning during archwire contouring
- Improving procedural consistency when performing formation and refinement of light-wire loops
- Integration into routine orthodontic workflows involving chairside wire adjustments and finishing
- Use by trained orthodontic professionals in appropriately equipped clinical or laboratory settings
| Weight | 0.16 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5.1 × 2.1 × 0.3 in |












