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Thanks to advances in

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orthodontic technology and techniques,

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braces

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can now be faster

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and more comfortable than ever before.

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Self-Ligating braces

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are one of the newer orthodontic options

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available to help you achieve

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a straighter, healthier,

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more beautiful smile.

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Self-Ligating braces

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are designed to be faster

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and more comfortable

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than traditional braces.

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Like traditional braces,

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Self-Ligating braces use brackets

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that are attached to the teeth

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and connected

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with an arch wire

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to apply gentle, constant pressure.

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This pressure gradually

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adjusts the alignment of the teeth.

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While traditional braces

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use rubber bands to hold the wire

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onto the brackets.

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Self-Ligating braces

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eliminate the need for metal

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or elastic bands.

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Instead of using band Self-Ligating

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brackets

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have a special slide mechanism

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in the form of a unique clip

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or movable door

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that fastens the wire in place.

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This type of bracket results

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in faster treatment times

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and a more discreet appearance

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because of the absence of the ties.

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Self-Ligating brackets

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are also typically smoother

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and more contoured

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than traditional brackets,

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so they are more comfortable

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and less likely to rub against the tongue

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and inside of the cheek.

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In some cases,

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Self-Ligating braces

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can eliminate the need

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for tooth extraction,

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headgear or expanders

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that might have been needed

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with traditional braces.

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Without elastic ties

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that attract and collect plaque,

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Self-Ligating braces

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also make dental hygiene easier

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during orthodontic treatment.

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In addition,

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because they do not use

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ties,

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Self-Ligating braces

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do not need to be tightened

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and require fewer visits

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to your doctor for adjustments.

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This means less time

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at the doctor's office

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and less soreness from tightening

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appointments.

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For patients who are concerned

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about the appearance of their smile

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during orthodontic treatment,

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Self-Ligating braces

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with clear brackets may be available.

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These clear brackets blend in

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with the natural appearance

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of your teeth

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for an even more discreet

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treatment option.

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To learn more about the benefits

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of Self-Ligating braces,

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we encourage you to contact your doctor.

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A straighter, healthier,

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more attractive smile isn't far away.