We use self-ligating braces at Bathurst College Dentistry and you can choose between the ceramic or metal versions to suit your style. The brackets on these braces have a door that holds the lightweight memory wires in place. They do not require ligatures (elastic or metal ties) and the wire moves on its own along with the teeth. They work more quickly than traditional braces and you will have fewer office visits. Since they decrease the amount of friction, they are also amazingly comfortable.