--- title: "Self-Ligating Braces" description: "Advanced braces technology for a more comfortable experience Self-Ligating Braces In Round Rock, TX Self-ligating braces are an effective orthodontic option for creating a beautiful smile. Often referred to as Damon braces, they are available from several reputable brands, with Damon® being one well-known option. Dr. Joseph Giasi selects the self-ligating bracket system best suited […]" url: "https://wildflowerortho.com/braces/self-ligating-braces/" date_modified: "2026-10-21T20:12:48-05:00" --- Advanced braces technology for a more comfortable experience # Self-Ligating Braces In Round Rock, TX Self-ligating braces are an effective orthodontic option for creating a beautiful smile. Often referred to as Damon braces, they are available from several reputable brands, with Damon® being one well-known option. Dr. Joseph Giasi selects the self-ligating bracket system best suited to each patient’s teeth, bite, and treatment needs. Because Wildflower Orthodontics is not limited to a single brand, we personalize your treatment plan to your unique smile and goals. The brackets hold the wire; Dr. Giasi guides your smile. [Tap To Call ☎  512-520-7585](tel:+15125207585) [Prefer to book online? Pick a time](/book/) ★ Orthodontic Specialist ♡ Family-owned & local ⚑ Round Rock ![Self-ligating braces at Wildflower Orthodontics in Round Rock and Pflugerville](https://wildflowerortho.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/braces-teen-13.jpeg) ✨ [Patients love us     🎯 Real results](/about/reviews/) --- Braces at Wildflower Orthodontics ## What Are Self-Ligating Braces ? Self-ligating braces use the same basic components as traditional braces: brackets bonded to your teeth and an archwire that guides them into position. The key difference is how the wire attaches to the bracket. With traditional braces, small elastic bands (called ligatures or o-ties) hold the archwire in place. These elastics create friction, collect plaque, and need to be replaced at every appointment. Self-ligating brackets eliminate the need for these elastic ties by using a built-in door that holds the wire instead. This mechanism secures the wire without an elastic tie around each bracket, which is why “self-ligating” literally means “self-tying.” Often referred to as Damon braces, self-ligating braces are an effective option for creating a beautiful smile. Damon is one well-known brand, but many reputable brands offer self-ligating systems. Dr. Giasi selects the bracket system based on each patient’s teeth, bite, treatment needs, and goals. ![A young woman with long dark hair smiles outdoors, holding her face with both hands. She is wearing a red sweater and bracelets. A wooden fence and greenery are in the background.](https://wildflowerortho.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/280145101_5812451032105312_1602594003743091361_n.jpg) --- ![Close-up of a person smiling, showing metal braces on their teeth. In the braces treatment process. Illustrating braces emergencies and common orthodontic emergencies.](https://wildflowerortho.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/woman-smiling-with-teeth-apparatus-jpg.jpg) Damon braces ## What Are Damon Braces? (And Why We Don't Use The Damon Brand) Damon braces are a specific brand of self-ligating braces made by Ormco Corporation, developed by orthodontist Dwight Damon. Because of heavy marketing, many patients search for “Damon braces” when what they actually want is the technology behind them: self-ligating brackets. Here’s the important part: Damon is a brand name, not the bracket technology. Several manufacturers produce high-quality self-ligating brackets, including systems like Empower, In-Ovation, and Speed Braces. The core technology is the same across all of them: a built-in mechanism that holds the wire without elastic ties. Wildflower Orthodontics is not limited to a single manufacturer’s product line. Dr. Giasi selects the self-ligating bracket system that best fits each patient’s teeth, bite, treatment needs, and goals. **The brackets hold the wire; Dr. Giasi guides your smile.** --- ## Self-Ligating Metal Braces (Often Called Damon Braces) Self-ligating metal braces, often called Damon braces, use advanced technology for a more straightforward, efficient orthodontic experience. They feature smaller brackets and a ligature-free design, a comfortable and more aesthetically pleasing alternative to traditional braces. ## Pros of Self-Ligating Braces - Can lead to shorter appointments, since the orthodontist doesn't place or replace elastic ties. - No elastic bands to trap food and plaque, so cleaning around the braces can be simpler. - The built-in clip or door reduces friction and pressure, potentially meaning less soreness than traditional braces with tight elastics. - Brackets are often smaller and more compact than traditional metal braces, so they appear less bulky. ## Cons of Self-Ligating Braces - Typically more expensive than traditional metal braces due to the advanced bracket technology. - The moving parts (clips or doors) can jam or break, requiring repairs that may extend treatment. - Greater slack in the wire can make precise control harder in the final stages of complex rotations. - Easier to clean, but food can still get trapped, so meticulous oral hygiene is still essential. 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