Self-ligating braces are placed much like conventional braces, with the exception of ligature: No elastic or rubber bands or metal ties are present because they are not needed. Instead, special clips or brackets are used to help the archwire move your teeth into place.

Advantages –
1. The clips allow greater freedom of tooth movement; thereby they might reduce discomfort that is sometimes associated with traditional ligature.
2. Saves time and causes less discomfort during routine visits with your orthodontist.

3. With self-ligating braces, visits to your orthodontist could be less frequent so lesser appointments and longer intervals.
4. They are also smaller than regular braces, which make them more attractive to wearers, and they are available in self-ligating metal or ceramic braces, lingual braces.
5. Self-ligating braces are easier to keep clean due to the lack of elastic, rubber, or metal ties, but taking time to brush and floss as you would with regular braces is still a necessary and beneficial part of your daily routine.