Which appliance is most commonly used for initial alignment of maloccluded teeth in fixed orthodontic treatment?
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Correct answer: Archwire and brackets (fixed braces)
Fixed braces — brackets bonded to teeth plus an archwire — are the standard method for moving misaligned teeth. They allow controlled, continuous force to shift teeth toward ideal positions.
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