Self-ligating braces are fixed braces with brackets that hold the archwire using a built-in clip rather than elastic ties. Whether they suit you depends on your teeth, bite and a professional assessment. Contact our clinic in Al Rigga, Deira, Dubai by WhatsApp or phone.
With conventional braces, the archwire is held in each bracket by a small elastic tie or a thin metal ligature. Self-ligating brackets instead have a built-in mechanism — a sliding door, clip or gate — that closes over the wire.
Otherwise they work on the same principle as other fixed braces: brackets bonded to the teeth and an archwire that guides gradual tooth movement.
Our orthodontist
Dr. Deepthi Chandran
Orthodontist Specialist
Dr. Deepthi Chandran is a DHA Licenced Orthodontist. She provides orthodontic care and consultations at Best Dental Clinic in Al Rigga, Deira, for patients considering braces and other orthodontic treatment options.
Patients considering self-ligating braces can discuss their orthodontic needs and treatment options with Dr. Deepthi Chandran, including traditional braces and Invisalign.
Discuss Your Orthodontic Treatment
The process
The dentist examines your teeth, bite and gums and discusses your goals.
If self-ligating braces are appropriate, a plan for tooth movement is prepared.
Brackets are bonded to the teeth and the first archwire is secured with the built-in clips.
As teeth move, archwires may be changed or adjusted according to the plan.
Progress is reviewed at visits your dentist recommends for your case.
After active treatment, a retainer is usually recommended to help hold tooth position.
Treatment length and review frequency depend on your individual plan. Learn more about teeth retainers in Dubai.
Comparison
Self-ligating
A built-in door or clip holds the archwire in the bracket.
Traditional braces
The archwire is held by an elastic tie or metal ligature around each bracket.
Self-ligating
Not needed to hold the wire, so there are no coloured ties to change.
Traditional braces
Elastic ties are placed and usually replaced at reviews; some patients enjoy choosing colours.
Self-ligating
Available in metal and, in some systems, clear or tooth-coloured versions.
Traditional braces
Available in metal or ceramic; ties can be clear or coloured.
Self-ligating
Fewer small parts around each bracket, though careful cleaning is still essential.
Traditional braces
Elastic ties add small areas where plaque can collect, so extra care is needed.
Self-ligating
Treatment time and comfort depend on the individual case, not the bracket type alone.
Traditional braces
A long-established approach used for a wide range of cases.
Neither option is right for everyone. The most suitable approach depends on your individual assessment.
Suitability depends on:
Cost
The cost of self-ligating braces depends on your treatment plan and individual requirements. We explain the cost after assessment, before treatment begins. Message or call us to ask about current pricing, or see what affects dental clinic prices in Dubai.
Whether orthodontic treatment is covered depends on your own policy, and orthodontics is often treated differently from general dental care. Check with your insurer before starting, and see our guide to a dental clinic with insurance in Dubai. If you'd prefer a removable option, you can also read about Invisalign in Dubai.
They are fixed braces whose brackets have a built-in clip, door or gate that holds the archwire, instead of the small elastic ties or metal ligatures used with conventional brackets.
Not automatically. Treatment time depends on your teeth, bite, the complexity of the case and your treatment plan rather than the bracket type alone.
Yes. Progress is still monitored and archwires may be changed or adjusted as teeth move. Your dentist will advise how often reviews are needed for your case.
They are available in metal and, in some systems, clear or tooth-coloured versions. Brackets are still visible on the teeth, unlike clear aligners.
Cost depends on your treatment plan and individual requirements. Contact the clinic by WhatsApp or phone to ask about current pricing.
A retainer is commonly recommended after active treatment to help maintain tooth position.
An overview of braces and teeth straightening.
Clear, removable aligners as an alternative.
Helping maintain tooth position after treatment.
What affects dental treatment costs in Dubai.
Questions to ask about your dental cover.
Message or call Best Dental Clinic in Al Rigga, Deira, Dubai to discuss self-ligating braces and arrange an assessment.
