The ultimate desire of patients seeking orthodontic treatment is the excellent dental and facial esthetics The orthodontist should be able to deliver the best aesthetic results in the shortest possible time and with the least discomfort for the patient. Several claims have been made that include; faster ligation, less friction, faster treatment, less pain, and fewer appointments, therefore, the objectives of this lecture will be:

1. That each participant acquires the theoretical knowledge necessary to be able to incorporate the techniques of self-ligation to their daily clinical practice.
2. To learn how to perform orthodontic treatments with self-ligation brackets, obtaining the maximum benefit of this technique.
3. Reduces treatment time through prescription individualization, friction control, and prevention of side effects. The exposed clinical cases will be explained both in their evolution and in the termination.
4. Direct vs indirect bonding, advantages and disadvantages.