What Are Damon Self Litigating Braces? One of the latest technological advances in orthodontics is Damon fixed braces. Conventional fixed braces require an elastic to hold the wire in place. The elastic exerts a frictional force which has to be overcome before the wire is able to work and move your teeth. Self-ligating braces are able to hold the wire in place without the need for an elastic. This means the wire is able to move freely from the outset to allow your teeth to move freely and comfortably. What Are the Advantages of Damon Braces? According to the world-class family and cosmetic dentist Ella Dekhtyar, the most compelling benefits of self-ligating braces are the reduction in the length of treatment and less associated subjective discomfort. Other purported Damon braces advantages include: Improved infection control More effective chair-side manipulation Promotion of periodontal health Decrease in required appointments As the brackets are self-ligating the wire is continually working allowing you to have longer intervals between your appointments, we can see you every 10-12 weeks rather than 6-8 weeks to minimize the disruption to your normal daily schedules. The brackets are smaller and without elastics, they are much easier to keep clean. As the teeth braces are freely moving the treatment duration may be reduced compared to conventional braces. Call on (718) 455-4400 for an appointment. Read more: https://www.broadwayfamilydentalpc.com/orthodontic-services/dental-braces-clear-diamond-ceramic-braces/damon-braces/ Broadway Family Dental 372 Stockton St, Brooklyn, NY 11206 (718) 455–4400 EN URL: https://www.broadwayfamilydentalpc.com/ ES URL: https://www.broadwayfamilydentalpc.com/es/ Our location on the map: https://goo.gl/maps/HvSNGqfSQsQ8j9A8A https://plus.codes/87G8M3W7 +W6 Brooklyn Nearby Locations: Bushwick | Williamsburg | Bedford-Stuyvesant | Fort Green | Ridgewood 11221, 11237, 11201, 11203, 11206, 11207, 11211, 11213, 11213, 11216, 11233 Working Hours: Monday — Friday: 10am-6pm Saturday: 10am-5pm Sunday: Closed Payment: cash, check, credit cards.