Self-Ligating Brackets

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Self-Ligating Brackets

Self-ligating brackets do not need additional rubber or metal ligatures for merging the wires. The friction is substantially reduced during the tooth movement and leads to less pain and faster tooth movement. This form of bracket is the latest development in firmly-bonded treatment technology.

Aestethics: We use Quickclear Brackets. The ceramic basis and the small metal clips combine aesthetics and function.

Shorter treatment times: About 10-15% shorter treatment times - especially in the initial phase, self-ligating brackets with their low friction are slightly quicker in certain bad tooth positions.

Less pain: The first wires are attached more loosely to the self-ligating brackets, so that less force is applied to each individual tooth.

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Advantages and disadvantages of self-ligating brackets

ADVANTAGES

Aesthetic, made half of tooth-colored plastic, half of metal
About 10-15% shorter treatment times
Repositioning closer to biological tooth movement
Healthier for the mouth tissues
Less pain
Ideal suitable for extremely tight conditions

DISADVANTAGES

Somewhat more sensitive than metal brackets
More expensive

Costs

Publicly insured patients: Public insurance does not cover everything, but we are up front about informing you about the additional costs in our practice and are happy to advise you about payment options.
Privately insured patients: For private patients the additional costs that may arise depend on your insurance policy.
Financing: Financing is possible; please ask us about available options.
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