The Space Maintainer Wires come in a variety of choices, which include the Plain Wire, Distal Shoe Wire and Wire with Occlusal Rest. The Plain Wire is the basic space maintainer. The Distal Shoe Wire is used to provide support when the opposing tooth has yet to erupt. The distal shoe is placed down the distal wall of the extracted socket. The preferred choice for guiding the eruption of 1st permanent molars. The Wire with an Occlusal Rest includes a pre-welded occlusal rest, which is seated onto the occlusal shelf of the opposing surface. They are used when added support is needed to maintain space.

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