An ordinary metal bracket has to be “tied in” or
secured to the arch wire with elastic bands or small stainless
steel wires. The Damon bracket is self-ligating, meaning
it has a built in “sliding door” that secures
the bracket to the wire.
The impact of this difference is that instead of using elastic
bands that grab the wire, the self-ligating bracket allows
the wire to slide through the braces freely. This translates
into less pressure, more comfort, and potentially faster
treatment.
Learn more about Damon Brackets on their web site. |
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