Abstract
Self-ligating brackets in orthodontics: current concepts and techniques (2011) Editors: Bjoern Ludwig, Dirk Bister, and Sebastian Baumgaertel Publisher: Thieme Price: ₤163.99 ISBN: 978-3131547019 Self-ligating bracket systems are not a new concept, but they have gained a lot of popularity and are now widely accepted. Self-ligating brackets eliminate the use of steel or elastomeric ligatures. Manufactures claim that this system reduces the friction between the bracket and the wire and consequently provides more efficient tooth movement. However, the efficiency and effectiveness of self-ligating brackets are still controversial. This textbook provides extensive information about current concepts on the clinical use of self-ligating brackets with a series of references. The book contains nine chapters divided into two main …
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