Which of the following is another advantage of indirect bonding?

• A. Reduced lab time
• B. Less chair time needed for bonding
• C. Higher cost
• D. More complex equipment

Answer: (B)

Indirect bonding speeds up the bonding appointment by pre-arranging brackets on a model and transferring them with a tray. This means the clinician seats all brackets in one quick step rather than placing and repositioning each bracket directly on every tooth, saving chair time for the clinician and reducing the time the patient spends in the chair. While it often requires more upfront lab work to prepare the transfer tray, the practical advantage seen in practice is less time at the chair during bonding. The other points—lower lab time, higher cost, or more complex equipment—are not the primary patient-facing benefit and can be considered trade-offs rather than advantages.