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Self-ligating braces are fixed braces whose brackets hold the archwire with a built-in clip or door instead of elastic ties. The wire can slide more freely, and there are no ties to replace at each visit.
Treatment is led by Dr Kia Papagalani, specialist orthodontist (GDC No. 228487).
With conventional braces, the elastic ties that hold the wire add friction and collect plaque, and they have to be changed at every adjustment. Self-ligating brackets remove the ties. If you are comparing orthodontics in London and know you need a fixed appliance, this is one of the systems Dr Papagalani will assess you for. Metal and clear bracket versions are available.
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We plan diagnosis first, so the clinical strategy matches your anatomy before any bracket is fitted, and the fee is itemised at the consultation.
You can compare this system with fixed metal braces, and see fees for every system on our orthodontics costs in London page.
Patients who need a fixed appliance and want fewer, shorter adjustment visits. For a less visible fixed option we also provide clear ceramic braces. The specialist orthodontist confirms suitability at your consultation, and once treatment is complete our orthodontic aftercare guide explains how to keep the result. If dental visits make you anxious, tell us when you book.
We examine your teeth and bite, discuss your goals and flag any complications. If you would prefer a hidden or removable option, we can discuss lingual braces or Invisalign Full at the same visit.
We bond the brackets and thread the archwire through the clips. Without ties, adjustment visits are shorter and often fewer.
The brackets apply steady pressure and we review progress at regular appointments.
As the teeth reach their target positions we make the last wire adjustments and check the bite meets correctly.
Once the movement is complete we remove the brackets and set out your retention plan. Payment plans to spread the cost are discussed at the start, not the end.
We plan with 3D imaging, which lets us show you a preview of the planned movement before treatment begins. Treatment is led by Dr Kia Papagalani, specialist orthodontist.
Self-ligating braces are one of several systems here. For removable treatment we provide the Invisalign range: Invisalign Express for minor corrections and slight relapse, plus Invisalign Full, Invisalign Lite, Teen and First.
Fixed braces whose brackets hold the wire with a built-in mechanism rather than elastic ties. The best-known example is described on our Damon braces page.
The fee depends on your case and is itemised at your consultation.
It depends on your alignment. The clinician sets your timeline at the initial appointment.
Damon brackets. The specialist orthodontist confirms at your assessment whether this system is the right choice for your teeth.
We confirm suitability and the expected timeline at your first visit. You can learn what happens at your orthodontic consultation and how to book. Our wider range of orthodontics in London covers the alternatives.
Or call us on 020 7589 7792.
The consultation settles whether self-ligating braces fit your case or whether metal, ceramic, lingual or Damon braces would serve you better, and covers retainers and fees.
You leave with a written plan and an itemised quote that is yours to keep and use at any other practice. Arrange your assessment with the specialist orthodontist to confirm your requirements.
Call us on 020 7589 7792.
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111 Regent's Park Road, Primrose Hill, London NW1 8UR
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