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Self-Ligating Braces

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What are Self-Ligating Braces?

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At Innovative Orthodontic Centers, we only use self-ligating braces. Unlike conventional braces, self-ligating braces do not use elastics or metal ties, known as ligatures, to secure the archwires to the brackets. Instead, they rely on free-sliding technology where special clips or doors help the archwires move your teeth into place.

Conventional Braces

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The ties used with conventional braces cause friction and slow down tooth movement, which can lead to lengthier treatment times.
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Conventional braces trap plaque and food around the elastics or wires, making oral hygiene more challenging.
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The pressure, friction and need for tightening can cause discomfort.
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Traditional braces limit how much movement teeth can express and this can lead to the need for the extraction of permanent teeth.
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Because of the larger brackets and ligatures, conventional braces are more noticeable.
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Appointments are longer and more frequent because the orthodontist has to tighten the wires.

Self-Ligating Braces

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Thanks to the precision and mechanics of self-ligating braces, especially when paired with our SureSmile® prescription wires, the teeth move more quickly into place and treatment times are shorter.
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Oral hygiene is a breeze because there are no ligatures to trap food and plaque.
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Self-ligating braces minimize the friction and pressure on teeth and don’t require tightening, so they’re much more comfortable.
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The lack of friction and ease of movement also means we rarely have to extract permanent teeth when using self-ligating braces.
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Self-ligating braces are lower profile and a more aesthetic option.
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You have fewer appointments and office visits are quicker because the orthodontist simply has to open and close the door on the braces. There’s no tightening involved!
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