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OSA-P33-2
OSAKADENTAL
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Dental Material Dental Orthodontic Metal Bracket
Self-ligating brackets are a modern type of fixed orthodontic appliance designed to straighten teeth. Their key distinguishing feature is a built-in mechanism to secure the archwire, eliminating the need for external elastic or metal ties (ligatures) used in traditional braces.
Here are their primary characteristics:
1. Integrated Securing Mechanism
Core Feature: They possess a built-in clip, door, or slide that opens and closes to encase the archwire within the bracket slot. This mechanism actively or passively holds the wire in place.
Elimination of Elastics: This design does away with the need for colored or clear elastic modules, which are known to degrade and stretch over time, leading to variable forces.
2. Reduced Friction
Low Friction System: The archwire moves more freely within the bracket slot compared to traditional braces where elastic ligatures create significant friction.
Biological Force Delivery: This reduction in friction allows for the use of lighter, more continuous forces to move teeth. It is believed to promote more physiological tooth movement, which can be more efficient and potentially more comfortable for the patient.
3. Enhanced Hygiene and Oral Health
Fewer Traps for Food: The absence of elastic ties, which can easily trap food debris and plaque, makes self-ligating brackets easier to clean.
Reduced Risk of Staining: Elastic ties are prone to staining from food and drinks (like coffee, tea, or curry), whereas the brackets themselves (often made of ceramic or metal) are more stain-resistant, leading to better aesthetics throughout treatment.
| Material | metal |
| Type | MBT, roth |
Dental Material Dental Orthodontic Metal Bracket
Self-ligating brackets are a modern type of fixed orthodontic appliance designed to straighten teeth. Their key distinguishing feature is a built-in mechanism to secure the archwire, eliminating the need for external elastic or metal ties (ligatures) used in traditional braces.
Here are their primary characteristics:
1. Integrated Securing Mechanism
Core Feature: They possess a built-in clip, door, or slide that opens and closes to encase the archwire within the bracket slot. This mechanism actively or passively holds the wire in place.
Elimination of Elastics: This design does away with the need for colored or clear elastic modules, which are known to degrade and stretch over time, leading to variable forces.
2. Reduced Friction
Low Friction System: The archwire moves more freely within the bracket slot compared to traditional braces where elastic ligatures create significant friction.
Biological Force Delivery: This reduction in friction allows for the use of lighter, more continuous forces to move teeth. It is believed to promote more physiological tooth movement, which can be more efficient and potentially more comfortable for the patient.
3. Enhanced Hygiene and Oral Health
Fewer Traps for Food: The absence of elastic ties, which can easily trap food debris and plaque, makes self-ligating brackets easier to clean.
Reduced Risk of Staining: Elastic ties are prone to staining from food and drinks (like coffee, tea, or curry), whereas the brackets themselves (often made of ceramic or metal) are more stain-resistant, leading to better aesthetics throughout treatment.
| Material | metal |
| Type | MBT, roth |
