Self-Ligating Braces

Self-ligating braces also makes the use of wires and brackets and this is one of the most used type of braces that orthodontist use today. This type of braces use brackets with clips that hold on to the wire instead of a rubber band. Self-ligating braces are less painful than other types and supposed to reduce the number of trips to the dentist, a patient has to make. Both metal and ceramic versions are available for this type but it is not suitable for every patient. It may shorten the time period of treatment but results may not be the one as wished by the patient going through an orthodontic treatment.