Mulligan Mechanics Part XV The Center Bend – To Close The Space
By Dr. Adrian J. Palencar, MUDr, MAGD, IBO, FADI, FPFA, FICD
August 2025
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Do not memorize, understand – Dr. T. Mulligan
Centre Bend is a bend placed right in the middle of the space between two teeth. It maybe 45°, or less and the “V” is pointing occlusally. It brings roots together and crowns apart. The elastomeric chain will move crowns together; therefore, the net effect is the convergence of the roots.
Because there is no short arm or long arm, there are no forces, only equal and opposite moments (tipping).
References:
- Mulligan T.F., Common Sense Mechanics in Everyday Orthodontics,
- Palencar A. J., Case finishing and Mechanics,