Selbstbindende Klammern

This book provides a detailed description of various self-ligating brackets. The concept is not new, as they were developed in the 1930s. Over the past 30 years, they have experienced a revival, with a variety of new devices being developed. They are categorized into active and passive main categories, depending on the mechanism by which they interact with the archwire (whether they engage in the slot lumen or not). Self-ligating bracket systems are based on the philosophy of applying light forces on a low-friction basis, thereby ensuring a more physiological tooth movement and a balanced oral interplay. These systems have gained popularity in recent years as they offer several advantages over conventional appliance systems, such as shorter overall treatment times, less subjective discomfort, promotion of periodontal health, better torque expression, and more favorable changes in arch dimensions.