Abstract: A method and apparatus for curing an adhesive resin by use of light in which the resin is disposed between a bottom surface of an orthodontic bracket and a tooth surface, wherein a curing tip enhancer of the present invention directs the light onto the adhesive when the bracket is disposed within a portion of the curing tip enhancer. Preferably, the light is directed onto the adhesive resin in a direction substantially parallel to the tooth surface. A portion of the interior surface of the bore of the curing tip enhancer is disposed at an angle so that the light is reflected onto the resin. A light-reflective interior surface of the bore increases the effectiveness of the curing tip enhancer because more radiant energy is reflected onto the resin.