Self-ligating braces

Self-ligating technology is one of the important innovations in orthodontics, because it manages to increase the comfort level felt by the patient and revolutionises the structure of a classic fixed orthodontic appliance. A self-ligating fixed appliance has an innovative structure, which allows teeth to be straightened and maloclusions to be corrected much more easily, requiring far fewer office visits for activation / adjustment.

Advantages of self-ligating orthodontic appliances

• Faster orthodontic treatments.
• Reduced friction, promotes easier transmission of forces to the teeth.
• The interval between two activations is 8-14 weeks.
• Fewer appointments are needed at longer intervals. During all this time, the action of the appliance is exerted with the same intensity and consistency.
• Appointments are shorter. The duration of an in-office session is shorter than with conventional orthodontic appliances, due to the simplicity and speed with which the archwire is changed.
• Less discomfort, because the archwire transmits less force to the teeth than with traditional braces.
• No need for metal wire ligatures, which can injure the cheek inside.
• They are more hygienic.

Disadvantages for self-ligating orthodontic appliances

• It involves higher treatment costs because of the advanced technology it promotes.