Abstract: An improved orthodontic bracket is formed of a wire gripping block secured within a spring metal base having wings or string tabs which set within tab receiving slots on opposite ends of the block. A slot within the face of the block is configured for gripping an orthodontic banding or arch wire extending from tooth to tooth, the face being large enough to accommodate any desired orientation of the slot to convert tension forces in the wire to a desired amount of torque for inducing a predetermined rotation of the tooth. A central plate portion of the base includes a slot elongated for the guidance of an orthodontic pin between the block and the base while transverse wing portions of the aperture serve as keyways for cooperation with alignment pins extending from a back face of the block. A channel for receipt of the orthodontic pin is also located on the back face of the block.