PLUS SL® Self-Ligating Brackets

PLUS SL Self-Ligating Brackets
Fewer appointments. Proven results.

The versatile system for moving teeth quickly and comfortably, so you get results with fewer appointments and less overall treatment time.

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The Next Generation in Tip-Edge® Technology

Introducing PLUS Self-Ligating Brackets, the latest advancement to Tip-Edge technology. PLUS SL brackets offer the results you expect with the added benefit of passive self-ligation. Studies show that self-ligating brackets produce less friction, resulting in reduced treatment time (and reduced chair time).

Pair that with the lighter forces produced with Tip-Edge treatment mechanics, and take your practice to the next level of efficiency!

Simplified
Treatment Planning
Light Forces;
Natural Tooth Movement
Automatic
Rotational Control
Cobalt Chromium for
Strength & Biocompatibility

Literature PDFs

PLUS SL Self-Ligating Brackets Brochure

Advantages of PLUS SL Over Conventional Self-Ligating Brackets

  • Lighter forces (1–4 oz)1,2,3,5,7 – Conventional straight-wire brackets exert 6–16 oz.3,7
  • Dynamic archwire slot / differential tooth movement – the unique slot design enables it to increase in size from .022″ to .028″ during the initial phase, permitting tipping and facilitating retraction, reducing friction. Once space is closed, slot size gradually reduces back to .022″, enabling torque expression during the finishing phase.1,2,4,7,8
  • Deep tunnel, which allows synchronous torquing and tipping.2
  • Vertical slot option when needed.2
  • Reduced treatment time – opening and alignment can be performed simultaneously.5,7,8
  1. Kesling, 2006 – Kesling, P.C. Tip-Edge PLUS Guide and the Differential Straight-Arch Technique. TP Orthodontics. 6th edition. 2006.
  2. Parkhouse, 2009 (p.11) – Parkhouse, R. Tip-Edge Orthodontics and the PLUS Bracket. Mosby Elsevier. 2nd edition. 2009.
  3. AGPO Slides
  4. Chamda (2013) – Chamda, R.A. Exploring the Possibilities of Treating Difficult Malocclusions Non-Surgically using the Tip-Edge Bracket System. OHDM. 2013; 12(4): 205–212.
  5. Kaku (2006) – Kaku, J.K. Overlay Mechanics with the Tip-Edge PLUS Bracket. J Clin Orthod. 2006; 40(2): 78–82.
  6. Kesling (1992) – Kesling, C. The Tip-Edge Concept: Eliminating unnecessary anchorage strain. J Clin Orthod. 1992; 26(3): 165–178.
  7. Kesling (2006) – Kesling, C. Eliminating Uprighting Springs & Auxiliaries: Treatment with The PLUS. J Am Orthod Society. 2006; Winter: 20–26.
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