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Passive (Damon-type) self-ligating brackets are braces with a built-in sliding clip that holds the archwire, so no elastic ties are needed. "Passive" means the clip does not press on the wire, leaving a low-friction slot the wire slides through freely. This is the Damon-style design, valued for reduced friction and fewer, quicker adjustment visits.
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Price- High to LowPrice- Low to HighA self-ligating bracket holds the archwire with its own clip instead of the tiny elastic or wire ties used on traditional braces. That removes the ties, saves chairside time, and keeps the bracket cleaner. The "passive" type — the Damon style — takes it further by using a clip that leaves the wire loose in the slot.
Low friction is the whole point. With the wire free to slide, the teeth can move with lighter forces, and appointments are often quicker and further apart. These brackets are part of the fixed-appliance side of orthodontics.
Self-ligating brackets come in two clip styles:
This category is the passive, Damon-style group. UU Ortho and Koden EZ-Lock are examples of passive metal systems.
Passive brackets come in two materials:
Both use the same passive sliding-clip mechanism; the choice is appearance versus cost.
Self-ligating brackets are sold as single brackets or as full-case kits:
The molar ends are finished with matching buccal tubes, and the wires that run through the clips sit in the archwires range.
Quick pointers when picking a set:
A self-ligating bracket holds the archwire with its own clip instead of the tiny elastic or wire ties used on traditional braces. That removes the ties, saves chairside time, and keeps the bracket cleaner. The "passive" type — the Damon style — takes it further by using a clip that leaves the wire loose in the slot.
Low friction is the whole point. With the wire free to slide, the teeth can move with lighter forces, and appointments are often quicker and further apart. These brackets are part of the fixed-appliance side of orthodontics.
Self-ligating brackets come in two clip styles:
This category is the passive, Damon-style group. UU Ortho and Koden EZ-Lock are examples of passive metal systems.
Passive brackets come in two materials:
Both use the same passive sliding-clip mechanism; the choice is appearance versus cost.
Self-ligating brackets are sold as single brackets or as full-case kits:
The molar ends are finished with matching buccal tubes, and the wires that run through the clips sit in the archwires range.
Quick pointers when picking a set:
Passive self-ligating brackets, the Damon type, are braces with a built-in sliding clip that holds the archwire without elastic ties. "Passive" means the clip does not press on the wire, so the slot stays open and friction is very low. The wire slides freely, which lets teeth move with lighter forces and fewer adjustment visits.
The clip. A passive (Damon-type) bracket has a clip that does not touch the archwire, keeping friction at its lowest — ideal for early alignment. An active, or interactive, bracket has a clip that presses on the wire to add control and torque, useful for finishing. Passive slides more freely; active grips the wire for control.
They have advantages, not a guarantee of a better result. Because the clip replaces elastic ties, there is nothing to change at each visit, so appointments are quicker and the bracket stays cleaner. Lower friction can allow lighter forces. The final outcome still depends on the treatment plan and the clinician, not the bracket alone.
Yes. Passive self-ligating brackets are available in both metal and ceramic. Metal is strong, low-profile and economical. Ceramic is tooth-coloured and far less visible, which suits patients who want a discreet brace. Both use the same passive sliding-clip mechanism, so the choice is mainly about appearance versus cost.
MBT is a common bracket prescription that builds specific tip, torque and angulation into each bracket, so the wire expresses those values as the teeth align. Many passive self-ligating brackets, including 0.022-slot kits, come in MBT. Matching the prescription to your technique is part of choosing a system.
