What are self ligating braces?
Self ligating braces are braces that do not need elastics or metal ties to hold the arch wire in the bracket, making the brackets smaller and more aesthetically pleasing. There is actually room in the bracket slot for the arch wire to move which allows for lighter forces on the teeth. This prevents root resorption from too much pressure on the teeth. This technology moves the teeth faster and more easily due to the force being more like a bodily force.
