Self-Ligating Appliance System

Thousands of Orthodontists worldwide have embraced the innovative technology of the SmartClip™ Self-Ligating Appliance System. And now, 3M Unitek, a global leader in Orthodontic products, introduces the third generation: The SmartClip™ SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System THE INTELLIGENT CLIP THAT STILL DOES THE TRICK, EVEN BETTER Based on clinical feedback, 3M Unitek has combined advanced materials engineering with sophisticated mechanical design to develop an even more effective self-ligating bracket system and has improved the unique self-ligating clip mechanism. The SmartClip SL3 Self-Ligating Appliance System now uses less force to give your patients more to smile about. smartClip™ Self-Ligating Braces are the modern choice in orthodontics. They’re computer designed and use a special nickel-titanium metal alloy to make your treatment more comfortable, save time and give you the result you want – a beautiful new smile. A Breakthrough in Orthodontic Treatment and Comfort Ordinary braces use "elastic bands" (technical name "ligatures") to secure an archwire into a slot in each bracket. This is called ligation. The bands can become stained or stretched—requiring your orthodontist to change them. They can also retain food particles, making it more difficult for you to keep your braces clean. SmartClip™ braces are different. They don't use ligatures to hold the archwire…they are self-ligating. Instead of elastic bands, SmartClip™ braces use small metal clips to hold the archwire into the bracket. So you can forget about the problems associated with elastic bands. We all would like more time for ourselves.

With ordinary braces, part of the time spent at the orthodontist's office is taken up with the placement and removal of the ligatures. With SmartClip braces, the archwire stays in place without the need for ligatures so you can be in and out of the chair faster, and may even be able to return less often. You may be surprised, but ligatures can slow down your overall treatment process. Ligatures rub against the archwire and hinder tooth movement. Without the need for ligatures, SmartClip™ self-ligating braces remove this source of friction on the archwire, and this can have a positive effect on total treatment times and required visits. SmartClip™ SL3 Self-Ligating Braces That's a big change for the better when it comes to your smile. Smaller SmartClip™ braces move teeth more quickly Smooth, contoured surfaces offer a more comfortable fit Self-ligating design keeps orthodontist appointments to a minimum Without elastic bands, braces are easier to keep clean Clarity™ SL Self-Ligating Braces Clarity™ tooth coloured ceramic braces accomplish your orthodontic treatment just like metal braces. With Clarity braces,“They'll notice everything but your braces.” Clarity™ ceramic braces may be used whenever metal braces are appropriate for treatment.

While Clarity braces are strong like metal, they come off easily at the end of treatment. You can wear Clarity braces even if you participate in sports. Clarity™ aesthetic braces are the clear alternative to metal braces. An attractive translucent appearance and comfortable design gives you all the self-confidence you need to face each day with a smile. You’ll be noticed but your braces won’t. You’ll feel better about yourself knowing that the natural beauty of your teeth is shining through, and not your braces. Clarity braces won’t stain or discolour. They’ll look as good the day they come off as they did the day your orthodontist put them on. Ask your orthodontist about Clarity braces. Find out how you can have a smile that everyone will notice. Clarity™ SL Self-Ligating Braces provide all of the benefits of self-ligating braces with the added advantage of translucent ceramic. Clarity Braces blend in with your teeth and provide a smooth, comfortable and extremely durable fit. Engineered to move your teeth quickly Durable, translucent ceramic blends with your teeth Potential for fewer and faster appointments Allows for easy cleaning and reduces plaque build-up Smooth, molded edges provide added comfort Show off your new braces – they're hard at work on your smile every second of every day.